Oil prices fall in choppy trade as Trump plans to 'free' ships stranded due to Mideast conflict
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Source: CNBC
Published: 2026-05-04 10:48 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Middle East, Iran, Energy, Economy & Finance, Financial Markets, Trade & Sanctions, US Politics, Business & Economy, War & Conflict
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Oil prices fell in choppy trade Monday, as market participants assess U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement to "free" ships that have been trapped due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, amid lingering tensions between Tehran and Washington.
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