US President Trump says "Iran has just informed us that they are in a "State of Collapse" They want us to "Open the Hormuz Strait", as soon as possible as they try to figure out the leadership situation"
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US President Trump says "Iran has just informed us that they are in a "State of Collapse" They want us to "Open the Hormuz Strait", as soon as possible as they try to figure out the leadership situation"
The UAE's exit from OPEC is a sovereign decision, not a break with the market or a reaction, Argus reports citing sources; no plan to flood the market once Hormuz is functional, any output increase would be gradual and timely. Near term, nothing changes.
US Energy Secretary Wright says that the Strait of Hormuz can open without clearing all mines
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- "Iran has just informed us that they are in a “State of Collapse.” They want us to “Open the Hormuz Strait,” as soon as possible, as they try to figure out their leadership situation (Which I believe they will be able to do!). Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP"
The mention of a "State of Collapse" raises concerns about instability in the region, which could lead to fluctuations in oil prices and even broader market reactions across equities and currencies, as traders assess the potential risks to energy supplies and geopolitical stability.
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