Oil prices plunge as Iran says Strait 'open'
Brent crude sinks 10% after Iran says the key waterway is completely open for commercial ships for the rest of the ceasefire.
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"The passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire."
— Abbas Araghchi , Politician
"IRAN HAS JUST ANNOUNCED THAT THE STRAIT OF IRAN IS FULLY OPEN AND READY FOR FULL PASSAGE. THANK YOU!"
— Donald Trump , Politician
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Brent crude sinks 10% after Iran says the key waterway is completely open for commercial ships for the rest of the ceasefire.
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