Oil prices rose sharply following former U.S. President Donald Trump's recent statement about potentially blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route. The announcement triggered market anxiety, pushing U.S. crude oil prices up nearly 8% to reach $104 per barrel. The Strait remains a vital passage for oil exports, with Iran alone exporting approximately 1.85 million barrels daily through it in March. Any disruption to this flow could significantly impact global energy markets.
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