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Aug 19, 2026

Trump Says No Iran Talks; Hormuz Status Disputed

President Trump ruled out Iran talks on Tuesday. Tehran says Hormuz is shut; Trump says it's open. The conflicting claims leave oil markets pricing.

Aug 18, 2026

Oil Prices Jump Above $90 as US-Iran Ceasefire Expires

Brent crude rises above $90 after the US-Iran memorandum of understanding expires and Trump threatens Oman over Strait of Hormuz talks.