WTI Oil climbs on Trump rejection of Iran peace plan, Hormuz closure fears
🔴 Tension RisingFXStreet2026-05-11
WTI oil prices surged after Donald Trump rejected Iran’s peace plan, fueled by fears of a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This heightened concerns about global energy supply and supported the rise in oil prices. Positive Chinese trade data also contributed to the upward trend, anticipating stronger energy demand.