Crude nears $80 a barrel again after Trump declares US-Iran ceasefire ‘over’

🇺🇸 The Times of India (US) —
Crude nears $80 a barrel again after Trump declares US-Iran ceasefire ‘over’

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After President Trump's declaration that the US-Iran ceasefire is over, crude oil prices surged towards $80 a barrel amid fears of disruption in oil supply due to renewed US military strikes on Iranian targets. Maritime authorities heightened threat levels for ships transiting strategic waterways, raising concerns about inflation and interest rate hikes.

Global oil markets are experiencing renewed chaos as crude prices surged significantly. US President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire agreement with Iran was over. Fresh US military strikes on Iranian targets heightened fears of supply disruptions. Maritime authorities raised the threat level for vessels transiting the strait. The rise in oil prices renews concerns over inflation and potential interest rate hikes.

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