Oil prices climbed Tuesday as President Donald Trump issued stark warnings ahead of his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, reported by CNBC and NBC News. U.S. crude rose about 2 percent, reflecting growing market anxiety over potential escalation.
According to the report, Trump posted a dramatic message suggesting a major turning point could unfold, while hinting at regime change in Iran. His remarks came hours before the deadline tied to restoring oil shipments through the key global route.
President Donald Trump on Tuesday sharply ramped up his threats against Iran, warning “a whole civilization will die tonight” unless the country’s leadership strikes a deal that involves reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
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The threat came after U.S. forces overnight struck military… pic.twitter.com/yuYQigZoIe
The report said U.S. forces also carried out strikes on military targets near Iran’s Kharg Island, a major oil export hub, though officials stated that energy infrastructure was not directly targeted.
Rising tensions have pushed global oil benchmarks higher, underscoring fears of supply disruptions. Analysts say markets remain sensitive to developments around the strait, which handles a significant share of global energy flows.
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