World & BusinessOil reportedly hits daily highs as Iran toughens its Hormuz stance
Brent rose 2.3% to $101.49 and WTI gained 1.7% to $92.09, according to a September 23, 2026 post linking the gains to fading hopes for U.S.-Iran diplomacy.
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A September 23, 2026 post says oil reached daily highs following tougher comments from Iran’s security chief. It reports that Tehran reiterated Hormuz would remain closed and negotiations would not resume unless Washington accepted Iran’s seven conditions.
Oil reportedly hits daily highs as Iran toughens its Hormuz stance
Brent rose 2.3% to $101.49 and WTI gained 1.7% to $92.09, according to a September 23, 2026 post linking the gains to fading hopes for U.S.-Iran diplomacy.