Middle East oil exports resume as Iran's Strait of Hormuz leverage fades

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Middle East oil exports are resuming as Iran's grip on the Strait of Hormuz weakens, reducing Tehran's leverage in negotiations with the United States and raising fears of potential military escalation. The shift stems from improved U.S. Navy capabilities and Gulf producers' enhanced ability to repel or evade Iranian attacks, allowing more tankers to transit the strait safely. White House officials worry about broader implications, while regional dynamics remain volatile, with France expanding its military presence in the Persian Gulf amid ongoing instability.


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