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Oil Jumps 3 Per Barrel as Trump Iran Peace Talks Collapse and Strait of Hormuz Crisis Deepens
Economy
Published on 11 May 2026
Chokepoint fears return as tankers face uncertainty
Oil prices surged by more than $3 a barrel after US and Iran failed to agree on a US-drafted peace proposal, ending hopes of ending their ongoing conflict. With the Strait of Hormuz largely closed, global supply risk stayed high. Brent futures rose about 3%, reflecting renewed fears of tighter energy availability ahead.
- Oil climbed over $3 per barrel after peace talks collapsed
- US and Iran failed to agree on Washingtons proposal
- Strait of Hormuz remained largely closed, raising supply fears
- Brent futures jumped more than 3% to around $104
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