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world El Financiero 2026-04-30

Oil Prices Soar to $120 Amid Prolonged Strait of Hormuz Blockade

Oil prices, including Brent and Mexican Mix, have surged to their highest levels since June 2022, reaching over $120 per barrel due to expectations of a prolonged blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. This is further exacerbated by former President Trump's declaration that the naval blockade will remain until a nuclear deal with Tehran is reached. Analysts predict continued volatility and prices above $100 per barrel in the coming months.

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