Oil (WTI) rises 1.3% to $70.17 amid U.S.-Iran tensions

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West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil futures increased by 1.3% to $70.17 per barrel following renewed military clashes between the U.S. and Iran. This spike in oil prices comes after the tensions led to a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for oil transmission. The U.S. military conducted strikes on Iranian targets in response to reported attacks on commercial vessels. Both nations have paused hostilities to allow commercial transit, reflecting ongoing negotiations which could impact future oil supply dynamics significantly.