https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-is-now-flowing-out-of-the-persian-gulf-like-before-the-iran-war-why-prices-may-still-not-come-down-anytime-soonContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-is-now-flowing-out-of-the-persian-gulf-like-before-the-iran-war-why-prices-may-still-not-come-down-anytime-soonhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-is-now-flowing-out-of-the-persian-gulf-like-before-the-iran-war-why-prices-may-still-not-come-down-anytime-soon#u156412Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:27:04 +0000Persian Gulf oil exports have surpassed prewar volumes despite continuing attacks from Iran, with shipments through the Strait of Hormuz holding steady. Even though physical oil prices in the Middle East have dropped as flows remain resilient, market watchers warn that consumers should not expect global energy prices to fall anytime soon. The rebound defies expectations shaped by the ongoing conflict, though analysts caution against viewing the current export surge as a return to true market normality.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz remains a critical artery for global energy markets, makin