Crude Prices Slide on US-Iran Talks, OPEC Hopes
Crude oil prices are down today as negotiations between the US and Iran explore a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
The Financial Times reported that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi submitted a new seven-day proposal to the US, which would see Iran reopen the strait if certain conditions were met.
Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline was closed as a precaution following attacks by Houthi rebels, but it is expected to be back online by Saturday.
The OPEC delegates have approved their final increase of 188,000 bpd in crude production for September, but the planned OPEC+ production increases may be difficult to achieve amid persistent US-Iran military attacks in the region.