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Trump Urges Tankers Through Hormuz Amid Rising Oil Prices

3/14/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged oil tankers to navigate the Strait of Hormuz despite increased risks from Iranian attacks.
He claimed that U.S. forces have significantly diminished Iran's naval capabilities by destroying many vessels.
Tanker traffic has dropped over 98%, with only 12 ships currently passing through, down from an average of 60.
Oil prices have surged above $100 per barrel, prompting the International Energy Agency to release 400 million barrels from strategic reserves.
Iran threatens to block oil shipments until U.S. and Israeli attacks cease.

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged oil tankers to navigate the Strait of Hormuz despite increased risks from Iranian attacks.
He claimed that U.S. forces have significantly diminished Iran's naval capabilities by destroying many vessels.
Tanker traffic has dropped over 98%, with only 12 ships currently passing through, down from an average of 60.
Oil prices have surged above $100 per barrel, prompting the International Energy Agency to release 400 million barrels from strategic reserves.
Iran threatens to block oil shipments until U.S. and Israeli attacks cease.