Iran War Live Updates: Oil Prices Fall as U.S.-Iran Deal Offers Hope for Shipping
NYT > World News·June 18, 2026

Iran and the US have signed an initial agreement, raising hopes for the resumption of oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. As a result, oil prices have begun to fall in response to the potential increase in oil supply. The deal offers a glimmer of optimism, but the path to a long-term agreement remains uncertain. Prospects for a lasting resolution are clouded by upcoming talks on more complex and challenging issues.
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