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Oil prices surge 9% amid Trump's Iran blockade claims

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Oil prices saw a significant surge of approximately 9%, reaching around $83 per barrel. This increase was largely attributed to claims made by President Trump regarding the reinstatement of a U.S. naval blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. The situation has heightened geopolitical tensions, with renewed hostilities reported over the weekend, and could potentially lead to higher gasoline prices for consumers. AI

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Oil prices surge 9% amid Trump's Iran blockade claims

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Ben Geman ·

    Oil jumps as Trump claims new Hormuz blockade on Iran

    <div>Data: <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https%3A//financialmodelingprep.com__;!!Al82Z4c!03kExSB3fMAGox9pOMnY6BhSIlLsDzPIVAwMktQNA0W6scj_51b1YxBPZmnzahBr6YYcuzoT$" target="_blank">Financial Modeling Prep</a>; Chart: Ben Geman/Axios</div><p>Oil prices surged about 9% Monday…

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