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Oil climbs to one-month high as US, Iran step up attacks in Strait of Hormuz

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Oil prices reached a one-month high amid reports that the United States and Iran have intensified attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait is a critical waterway for global oil shipments, and the escalation raises concerns about supply disruptions. This development highlights ongoing tensions between the two countries and their impact on energy markets.

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The Strait of Hormuz is a chokepoint for oil transit, making it a geopolitical hotspot.

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  • The Strait of Hormuz is a chokepoint for oil transit, making it a geopolitical hotspot.
  • US and Iran are direct adversaries, and their attacks escalate regional tensions.

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