Trump Says US-Iran Ceasefire Precarious, International Oil Prices Rise
International crude oil prices surged today after US President Donald Trump stated that the ceasefire between the US and Iran is precarious, suggesting that shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could continue.
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(Central News Agency, New York, May 11, comprehensive foreign report) US President Donald Trump claimed that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran is precarious, meaning that shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz may continue. Affected by this news, international oil prices rose today.
New York Mercantile Exchange West Texas Intermediate crude for June delivery rose by $2.65, or 2.78%, to $98.07 per barrel.
London Brent crude for July delivery rose by $2.92, or 2.88%, to $104.21 per barrel. (Compiled by: Chen Yen-chun) 1150512
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Central Message
(Central News Agency, New York, May 11, comprehensive foreign report) US President Donald Trump claimed that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran is precarious, meaning that shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz may continue. Affected by this news, international oil prices rose today.
New York Mercantile Exchange West Texas Intermediate crude for June delivery rose by $2.65, or 2.78%, to $98.07 per barrel.
London Brent crude for July delivery rose by $2.92, or 2.88%, to $104.21 per barrel. (Compiled by: Chen Yen-chun) 1150512
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