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Oil and Gas Prices Plunge After Iran Says Hormuz Strait Is Open

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Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz fully open to traffic on April 17, 2026, triggering an immediate plunge in global oil and gas prices as markets reacted to restored supply route access. Analysts warn tanker traffic may take time to normalize despite the reopening, citing lingering logistical delays and caution among shipping firms after prolonged disruptions. The announcement follows reports of U.S. plans to unfreeze $20 billion in Iranian funds tied to uranium agreements, suggesting broader geopolitical shifts may be stabilizing regional tensions. A concurrent 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire further eases Middle East volatility, potentially reducing energy market risks that had driven recent price spikes. Former U.S. President Trump claimed Iran’s concessions could end the conflict, though experts note tanker traffic recovery—not political statements—will dictate long-term oil price stability.

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