Venezuela's oil exports in March surpassed 1mln bpd for the first time n six months, according to shipping data

This development indicates a notable recovery in Venezuela's oil exports, surpassing the 1 million barrels per day mark for the first time in six months.

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Senior Iran source says Tehran demands a guaranteed ceasefire to end war permanently and no talks have taken place via mediators for a temporary ceasefire, while intermediaries contacted Iran on Tuesday and discussions were about continuing diplomacy

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New Zealand PM Luxon announces Cabinet reshuffle with Chris Bishop appointed as AG and Simeon Brown as Energy Minister

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Venezuela's oil exports in March surpassed 1mln bpd for the first time n six months, according to shipping data

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US lifted sanctions on Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodríguez

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US intelligence agencies assessed that Tehran is not currently willing to engage in substantial negotiations to end the conflict, while US intelligence agencies believe Iran's government thinks Trump is not serious about negotiations, according to NYT

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Given that increased supply from Venezuela could impact global oil prices, traders should monitor potential effects on WTI and broader commodity sentiment, especially if this trend continues or prompts shifts in OPEC dynamics.

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