(Central News Agency, New York, April 28, comprehensive foreign report) Oil prices rose to their highest level since just before the US-Iran ceasefire agreement, as traders await the US response to Iran's proposed plan to end the war, which may involve discussions on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

West Texas Intermediate crude for June delivery on the New York Mercantile Exchange rose $3.56, or 3.7%, to close at $99.93 per barrel.

Brent crude for June delivery in London rose $3.03, or 2.8%, to close at $111.26 per barrel. (Compiler: Chen Yuting) 1150429

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  • Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
  • Category: Taiwan
  • Dates in source: 1150429