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Oil Prices Climb Amid Hormuz Strait Uncertainty

Global oil prices saw an increase on Monday as ambiguities surrounding the Strait of Hormuz persist. Iran’s ongoing negotiations with Oman on new shipping routes, contingent on US conditions, are a key factor influencing market sentiment.

According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, oil prices experienced an upward trend on Monday, coinciding with continued uncertainty regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. This surge follows Iran’s announcement that negotiations with Oman concerning the establishment of new shipping lanes are nearing their final stages. However, Tehran has emphasized that reaching a final agreement is dependent on the fulfillment of certain conditions by the United States.

Market data indicates that Brent crude oil prices rose by $1.20, or 1.44 percent, to reach $84.79. This price was recorded at 22:06 Greenwich Mean Time. Additionally, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil traded at $79.29, an increase of $1.12, or 1.08 percent.

©‌ Webangah News, Mehr News Agency, Al Mayadeen

English channel of the webangah news agency on Telegram
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