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Oil jumps after Iran US clashes revive Hormuz fears and disrupt hopes for reopening

Economy
Published on 8 May 2026
Oil jumps after Iran US clashes revive Hormuz fears and disrupt hopes for reopening

A three day slide ends as Hormuz risk returns

Oil prices rose more than 1% after renewed Iran US clashes revived concerns about the Strait of Hormuz. The fight has clouded expectations of reopening routes, with Iran accusing the US of breaching a ceasefire and the US pointing to retaliation for attacks on its vessels. Experts warn escalation could disrupt global oil flows despite recent declines.

  • Crude oil rebounds after a three day losing streak
  • Hormuz stability fears resurface following renewed clashes
  • Conflicting claims from both sides over ceasefire breaches
  • Escalation threatens global supply disruptions
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