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Event Overview

Trump Discussed Extended Blockade With Oil, Commodities Chiefs

Updated 3 days ago
Bloomberg
BBC News
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Summary

President Donald Trump discussed steps the US could take to prolong its blockade of Iran during a meeting with oil and trading industry executives Tuesday, as the Middle East war continues to drive up prices for crude. This cluster currently includes 2 articles from 2 sources.

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This cluster currently includes 2 articles from 2 sources. Sources in this event include Bloomberg, BBC News.

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Trump Discussed Extended Blockade With Oil, Commodities Chiefs
Bloomberg
Bloomberg
Lean Left
4/29/2026

Trump Discussed Extended Blockade With Oil, Commodities Chiefs

President Donald Trump discussed steps the US could take to prolong its blockade of Iran during a meeting with oil and trading industry executives Tuesday, as the Middle East war continues to drive up prices for crude and other commodities.

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BBC News
BBC News
Lean Left
4/29/2026

Oil price soars above $118 after reports of 'extended' Iran blockade

Oil prices have soared following reports that the US is preparing for an "extended" blockade of Iran. The global benchmark oil price, Brent crude, briefly hit $120 (£89) a barrel on Wednesday evening, its highest price since 2022. The BBC understands that energy executives including Chevron chief executive Mike Wirth.