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NATO’s Secretary General Rutte briefed capitals that Trump wants concrete commitments within days to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, according to diplomats

This development signals a potential escalation in commitments surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping channel for oil.

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Trump's demand for immediate action may impact energy markets significantly, potentially influencing oil prices and broader geopolitical risk sentiment. Traders should be mindful of how this could affect currencies linked to risk sentiment and energy-related assets.

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