Oil prices rise despite Iran’s proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Brent crude climbs over 1% as Iran’s offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz fails to calm market fears | Contesto: cronaca

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• Oil prices rise despite Iran’s proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz

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Brent crude oil prices rose more than 1 percent on Tuesday, defying Iran’s proposal to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a postponement of nuclear negotiations. The increase, which pushed benchmark prices above $82 per barrel, signaled that traders remained skeptical about the durability of any temporary resolution to the standoff that has disrupted global energy supplies. The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, is a critical chokepoint for about one-fifth of the world’s petroleum consumption. Iran’s offer to restore passage through the strait came amid heightened tensions following recent seizures of oil tankers and threats to block the route. However, the proposal was conditional on delaying talks over Tehran’s nuclear program, a demand that major powers have so far rejected. Analysts noted that the market’s muted reaction to Iran’s overture reflected deep uncertainty about the stability of supply routes in the region. Even if the strait were temporarily reopened, the underlying geopolitical risks—including the possibility of further escalations or renewed sanctions—would continue to exert upward pressure on prices. The lack of concrete progress on nuclear diplomacy has also undermined confidence in any long-term agreement that could ease restrictions on Iranian oil exports. The price rise came despite broader economic headwinds, including slowing demand in key importers such as China and Europe. This suggests that supply-side fears are currently outweighing demand concerns. Shipping insurance premiums for vessels transiting the Gulf have spiked in recent weeks, and some carriers have diverted cargoes to alternative routes, adding to costs and delays. Iran’s proposal has been met with caution from international mediators. The United States and European Union have insisted that any discussion of reopening the strait must be part of a comprehensive nuclear deal, not a substitute for it. Meanwhile, Gulf Arab states have called for immediate de-escalation, warning that prolonged disruption could destabilize global energy markets and hurt economies worldwide. The situation remains fluid. Oil...

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