https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iran-war-updates-oil-prices-jump-to-near-4-month-high-as-oman-iran-talks-on-strait-of-hormuz-postponedContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iran-war-updates-oil-prices-jump-to-near-4-month-high-as-oman-iran-talks-on-strait-of-hormuz-postponedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iran-war-updates-oil-prices-jump-to-near-4-month-high-as-oman-iran-talks-on-strait-of-hormuz-postponed#u69226Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:35:39 +0000Oil prices have climbed to nearly a four-month high after Oman announced the postponement of talks between Iran and Gulf nations. The meeting, which aimed to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz and did not include U.S. participation, was deferred as diplomacy stalls. The delay coincides with intensifying conflict in Yemen, where Saudi Arabia is countering ongoing Houthi attacks. Meanwhile, Iran has stated the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed, citing added pressure from a Saudi pipeline shutdown.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a critical global chokepoint for oil shipments. Stabilit