Crude oil prices jump up to 4 pc on Hormuz tensions, ceasefire doubts

Oil prices fall for 2nd day as Donald Trump signals possible US-Iran talks

Global oil prices fell for a second consecutive session as market sentiment improved on expectations of renewed diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran. The decline followed comments from US President Donald Trump suggesting that negotiations involving the US, Israel, and Iran could resume soon. 14 days ago
'Iran will not have a nuclear weapon': Trump signals tough stance as US begins naval blockade

Trump: Iran conflict close to end; oil and stock markets remain resilient

Donald Trump said the conflict with Iran is nearing its end, asserting that Tehran has been significantly weakened amid ongoing tensions. He emphasised that preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons remains a key objective while noting that the US has exercised restraint despite having the capability to escalate further. 14 days ago
Trump orders Strait of Hormuz blockade after failed US-Iran talks, could spike oil prices by $10

The Geometry of Escalation: Power, Narrative, and the Edge of a Systemic War

The ongoing confrontation in West Asia has evolved beyond a simple conflict between Israel and Iran into a complex, multi-layered geopolitical struggle involving military, economic, and strategic dimensions. Beneath the visible war lie three interconnected battles: control over energy routes like the Strait of Hormuz 14 days ago
Oil falls after Trump signals Iran pause, Crude oil prices tank up to 20 pc over Iran ceasefire announcement

Crude oil trade 3 pc lower on hopes of fresh US-Iran talks

Global crude oil prices fell up to 3% on Tuesday as hopes of renewed US–Iran talks eased fears of supply disruptions linked to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude dropped to around $96.6 per barrel, while WTI slipped to about $95.69. 15 days ago
Gold, silver prices climb ahead of key US Fed meet

Gold, silver trade lower as US Hormuz blockade rattles markets

Gold and silver prices declined on Monday amid heightened geopolitical tensions following Donald Trump's announcement of a US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold fell up to 0.78%, while silver dropped as much as 2.5%. Global markets also mirrored the weakness, with COMEX gold and silver witnessing sharp declines. 16 days ago
Iran blames US 'maximalism' as near-final Islamabad MoU collapses

Iran blames US 'maximalism' as near-final Islamabad MoU collapses

US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad collapsed after 21 hours of talks, with Iran accusing the US of "maximalism, shifting goalposts, and blockade tactics" that prevented a near-final "Islamabad MoU." Iranian leaders said a diplomatic breakthrough was "inches away," but tensions escalated at the last stage. 16 days ago
Trump backs 'final offer' after Iran talks fail

'Iran will never have nuclear weapons': Donald Trump claims Tehran 'broke promise' on Strait of Hormuz after peace talks

US President Donald Trump warned that Iran "will never have a nuclear weapon" after 21-hour peace talks in Islamabad ended without agreement on Tehran's nuclear programme. He accused Iran of failing to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and violating international norms, while praising Pakistan's leadership for facilitating the prolonged negotiations between the two sides. 17 days ago
Trump backs 'final offer' after Iran talks fail

Trump backs 'final offer' after Iran talks fail

Vance said the US team remained in constant contact with the White House during the negotiations and was instructed to pursue a deal in good faith. However, he confirmed that Iran did not accept US terms, leading to a breakdown in talks. 17 days ago