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Strait of Hormuz Blocked for 100 Days, Yet Oil Prices Remain Stable

14 Haziran 2026Wired

The Strait of Hormuz has been closed for 100 days, yet oil prices have not surged as one might expect. President Donald Trump claims that a covert operation successfully transported 100 million barrels of oil through the blockade, although this assertion lacks verifiable evidence.
The situation raises questions about market dynamics and the factors influencing oil pricing amid geopolitical tensions.
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil transportation, and its closure typically signals potential supply disruptions. However, the current market response indicates a level of resilience or confidence among traders, possibly due to strategic reserves or shifts in global oil production.
Despite the prolonged closure of a key oil transit route, the stability of oil prices suggests that market participants may be factoring in alternative supply sources or a potential resolution to the crisis. Trump's unverified claim of oil movement could be an attempt to reassure markets, but it also highlights the…

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This article reflects the author's views and interpretations of the current situation regarding oil prices and geopolitical events.