Oil prices jump 5% on market fears of a prolonged blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. The surge follows heightened concerns over potential supply disruptions in the critical maritime chokepoint.
Oil prices have risen by 5% amid market concerns regarding a potential prolonged blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
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