International
Iran Proposes Blocking Israeli Ships from Strait of Hormuz
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THE BRIEF
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Tehran has proposed an arrangement with Oman to bar Israeli vessels from the Strait of Hormuz and seek compensation from hostile nations for waterway access.
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Oil prices rose on Friday, with WTI trading above $78 a barrel, following reports of Iranian attacks on hostile targets near Qeshm Island on Thursday night.
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US President Donald Trump stated on Thursday that he expects the ongoing conflict to end soon, while reaffirming the US commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.