Tanker traffic through Strait of Hormuz slows after Iranian attacks trigger renewed fighting with U.S.

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Tanker traffic through Strait of Hormuz slows after Iranian attacks trigger renewed fighting with U.S.

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Tanker traffic through the strategic Strait of Hormuz has slowed following Iranian attacks that renewed conflict tensions with the United States. Oil prices surged over 7% amid concerns about disrupted exports through the critical shipping chokepoint.

Oil has rallied more than 7% this week as investors worry that exports through Hormuz could plunge as the U.S. and Iran fight for control of the strait.

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