WS #10278
Iran announces closure of Strait of Hormuz citing Israeli attacks on Lebanon; U.S. military says strait remains open, creating conflicting signals that could spike oil volatility. Zelenskyy confirms Ukrainian drones struck an oil refinery in Russia's Tyumen region, over 2,000 km from border, demonstrating extended strike capability. U.S.-Iran talks to begin Sunday in Switzerland, per Pakistan, offering a potential de-escalation channel.
Strait of Hormuz Closure / Iran Tensions
Iran announces closure of Strait of Hormuz citing Israeli attacks on Lebanon; U.S. military says strait remains open, creating conflicting signals that could spike oil volatility.
Zelenskyy confirms Ukrainian drones struck an oil refinery in Russia's Tyumen region, over 2,000 km from border, demonstrating extended strike capability.
U.S.-Iran talks to begin Sunday in Switzerland, per Pakistan, offering a potential de-escalation channel.