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Trump Weighs Options Amid Historic Oil Supply Crisis

3/16/2026

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump faces a decision on how to respond to the blocked Strait of Hormuz as oil prices rise.
  • The four options are: declare victory and withdraw quickly; escort oil tankers; target Iran's capabilities; or seek more oil production from allies.
  • The International Energy Agency warns this disruption is the largest oil supply disruption in history, with prices near $100 per barrel and broad economic impacts.