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Oil prices dip as US plans to free ships blocked in Strait of Hormuz amid Middle East tensions

Market News
03 May 2026
CNBC
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Bearish
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Oil prices fell amid volatile trading after US President Donald Trump announced 'Project Freedom' to free civilian cargo ships trapped by the Strait of Hormuz closure due to Iran-US tensions. Brent crude dropped 0.35% to $107.77, and WTI fell 0.57% to $101.31 per barrel. The US military will support the operation with destroyers, aircraft, and personnel to secure safe passage. Meanwhile, OPEC+ agreed to a modest oil output increase of 188,000 barrels per day following the UAE's exit from the group, adding further complexity to the market outlook.

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