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- Oil jumps 4% after Vance says Iran ignored key U.S. demands, military strikes on the table
on February 18, 2026 at 8:00 pmOil traders are worried that war between the U.S. and Iran could lead to a major disruption of crude supplies in the Middle East.
- After weeks of tension, Trump is still talking tough on Iran. Here’s what could happen nexton February 18, 2026 at 1:23 pm
- Trump lauds Japan’s pledge to invest $36 billion in U.S. oil, gas and critical mineral projectson February 18, 2026 at 1:03 pm
The commitment represents the first tranche of investments by Japan following a landmark trade deal between the two countries.
- Oil prices fall as Iran sees progress in nuclear talks with U.S.on February 17, 2026 at 8:13 pm
Iran and the U.S. reached a “general agreement” on Tuesday on guiding principles during talks in Geneva, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said
- Iran partially closes Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil choke point, as Tehran holds talks with U.S.on February 17, 2026 at 3:52 pm
Iranian state media reported the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday for military drills in the waterway.