https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-return-to-prewar-levels-after-four-monthsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-return-to-prewar-levels-after-four-monthshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-return-to-prewar-levels-after-four-months#u40994Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:30:30 +0000Oil prices have returned to prewar levels, but tensions between the US and Iran remain high. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for oil shipments, has been a point of contention. India has diversified its energy imports, relying more on the US and West African nations for LNG supplies. The US and Iran have engaged in negotiations, but a deal remains uncertain.Why it mattersThe ongoing tensions between the US and Iran have significant implications for global oil markets and energy security. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital passage for oil shipments, and any disruption could lead to price https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-return-to-prewar-levels-after-four-monthshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-return-to-prewar-levels-after-four-months#u30544Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:15:53 +0000Oil prices have returned to prewar levels, but military tensions are escalating. US officials indicate strikes on Iran may occur as early as this weekend following threats from Tehran to attack Gulf states. While the US and Iran previously negotiated a ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the US military is now seeking unconventional methods to punish Iran. Meanwhile, India has shifted its energy imports, relying more on the US and West African nations for LNG supplies through September.Why it mattersThe region remains volatile despite the stabilization of crude prices. A US mi https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-return-to-prewar-levels-after-four-monthshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-return-to-prewar-levels-after-four-months#u27947Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:27:33 +0000Global oil prices have returned to prewar levels, but markets remain unstable. The US and Iran are currently negotiating a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz while maintaining a ceasefire. However, Donald Trump warned the US will "go back to doing what we were doing" if these talks stall. Despite a brief dip in gasoline prices below $4 per gallon in June, costs rose back to $4 by July 20. CENTCOM reports over 50,000 US troops are deployed in West Asia as the military buildup continues.Why it mattersOperation Epic Fury began on February 28 and has faced declining political support in https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-return-to-prewar-levels-after-four-monthshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-return-to-prewar-levels-after-four-months#u27946Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:25:41 +0000Global crude oil prices have returned to prewar levels as the US and Iran maintain a ceasefire to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. However, energy supplies remain precarious. President Trump warned the US will return to previous military actions if current negotiations stall. While gas prices briefly fell below $4 per gallon following a June 18 agreement, they climbed back to an average of $4 by July 20. CENTCOM reports over 50,000 US troops are currently deployed in West Asia.Why it mattersOperation Epic Fury began on February 28 and has seen declining political support from both US Democrats and https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-return-to-prewar-levels-after-four-monthshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/oil-prices-return-to-prewar-levels-after-four-months#u21124Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:31:11 +0000Global crude oil prices have returned to levels seen before the war in Iran. This decline follows increased shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing peace negotiations. Recent U.S. retaliatory strikes against Iran caused a brief uptick in after-hours trading.What's confirmed:Oil prices have returned to levels seen before the war in Iran started.Increased shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has contributed to falling oil prices.The United States confirmed a retaliatory strike on Iran.U.S. oil prices dropped below $70.Still unconfirmed:A near-term oil glut is forming a