AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoStrait of Hormuz: Iran issued a fresh directive to oil tankers and commercial vessels, warning they must follow Tehran-approved routes or face an “immediate and forceful response,” as shipping firms stay cautious around the chokepoint that carries about one-fifth of global seaborne oil. Oil flows & prices: With Persian Gulf exports recovering, OPEC crude output rose in June and Brent held near $72 while WTI stayed below $69; traders are watching whether peace efforts can keep Hormuz disruptions from returning. Iran oil sales: Iran has started talks with Japanese companies under a US sanctions waiver to resume crude purchases, but buyers want a longer waiver and assurances on tanker safety. Iraq–Turkey pipeline: Iraq and Turkey agreed an interim protocol to keep exporting Iraqi and South Kurdistan oil via the Kurdistan Region–Ceyhan pipeline until a longer-term deal is signed, as the 15-year agreement nears expiry. US pressure on pumps: The US DOJ urged states to investigate whether oil companies are illegally keeping gasoline prices high despite falling crude, setting up potential antitrust probes. Regional politics: Saudi-U.S. ties reportedly face their deepest strain in years over Iran policy and regional security priorities, adding another layer of uncertainty for energy markets.
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