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International oil prices plunge on expectations of Strait of Hormuz reopening

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Published May 26, 2026 6:32 AM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:48 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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International oil prices fell sharply on May 25 as progress in US-Iran peace talks raised hopes for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
WTI crude dropped 6.50%, and Brent crude fell 7.15%.

International oil prices fell sharply on May 25 as progress in US-Iran peace talks raised hopes for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. WTI crude dropped 6.50%, and Brent crude fell 7.15%.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260009.aspx Distributor: CNA (Central News Agency)
Published: May 26, 2026

Central News Agency, New York, May 25. International oil prices plunged today as signs emerged that peace talks between the United States and Iran are making progress toward an agreement that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The July delivery price for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude on the New York Mercantile Exchange fell $6.28, or 6.50%, to $90.32 per barrel. The July delivery price for Brent crude in London fell $7.40, or 7.15%, to $96.14 per barrel.

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Why did oil prices drop?

Due to progress in US-Iran talks, raising hopes for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

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International oil prices fell sharply on May 25 as progress in US-Iran peace talks raised hopes for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. WTI crude dropped 6.50%, and Brent crude fell 7.15%.

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CNA (Central News Agency): https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260009.aspx

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