https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-jump-after-us-iran-ceasefire-expires-and-trump-threatens-omanContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-jump-after-us-iran-ceasefire-expires-and-trump-threatens-omanhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-jump-after-us-iran-ceasefire-expires-and-trump-threatens-oman#u47899Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:10:34 +0000Oil prices are climbing following threats from former US President Donald Trump and Bessent to escalate conflict with Iran. Trump threatened an "ECONOMIC D-DAY," while Bessent vowed to "collapse" the Iranian government. Iran has responded by warning of harsh consequences for the US and its neighbors in reaction to anticipated new economic sanctions. These developments follow the expiration of a US-Iran ceasefire and mounting Iranian attacks on shipping in the Hormuz Strait, leading the market to price in a prolonged crisis.Why it mattersThe Hormuz Strait is a critical globa https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-jump-after-us-iran-ceasefire-expires-and-trump-threatens-omanhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-jump-after-us-iran-ceasefire-expires-and-trump-threatens-oman#u45241Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:41:03 +0000Oil prices have increased as a US-Iran ceasefire has expired and former US President Trump has threatened Oman. The situation in the Hormuz Strait remains tense, with Iran's attacks on ships mounting and testing US military restraint. The oil market is pricing in a prolonged crisis, with prices rising for a fourth day.Why it mattersThe Hormuz Strait is a critical waterway for global oil shipments, and any prolonged conflict in the region could disrupt supplies and drive up prices. The US and Iran have been locked in a stalemate, with the US signaling no rush to end the conflict. The situa