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Trump says Iran will be 'hit very hard' if Hormuz Strait not open soon as oil prices fall

Source: BBC News Published Wed, 05 Aug 2026 03:44:30 GMT
Trump says Iran will be 'hit very hard' if Hormuz Strait not open soon as oil prices fall

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Key context: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent both announced talks had progressed to allow shipments to resume. This development from BBC News highlights ongoing changes in the sector.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent both announced talks had progressed to allow shipments to resume.

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