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Oil jumps as Trump warns 'Clock is Ticking' for Iran, fanning fears of escalation in conflict
Trump's warning to Iran over the weekend signals that the impasse between Washington and Tehran over ending the war could deteriorate into resumption of armed conflict.
TL;DR
- Oil prices rose as U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran about peace talks and potential conflict.
- International benchmark Brent crude futures and U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures saw significant increases.
- Trump issued a strong warning on Truth Social, indicating a ticking clock for Iran to act.
- Tensions persist between Iran and the U.S. with the Strait of Hormuz remaining mostly closed.
- The International Energy Agency reported record depletion rates for global oil inventories.
- Inventories are projected to reach near all-time lows by the end of May if demand remains constant.