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Trump Threatens Military Action on Iran, Oil Prices Surge

4/8/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened military action against Iran, warning of strikes on infrastructure if talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz fail.
The threat pushed U.S. Treasury yields higher, with the 2-year at 3.8622% and the 30-year at 4.9060%.
Oil prices rose as Brent crude gained 1.4% to $111.27 per barrel.
After a ceasefire announcement, yields fell, with the 2-year at 3.72%.

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened military action against Iran, warning of strikes on infrastructure if talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz fail.
The threat pushed U.S. Treasury yields higher, with the 2-year at 3.8622% and the 30-year at 4.9060%.
Oil prices rose as Brent crude gained 1.4% to $111.27 per barrel.
After a ceasefire announcement, yields fell, with the 2-year at 3.72%.