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NATO allies are meeting with foreign ministers from four Gulf Arab states in Ankara to discuss a proposed multinational maritime mission aimed at easing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative, led by France and Britain, faces significant challenges, including Iran's opposition to the plan.
Kyiv's military has claimed responsibility for a series of drone attacks over two days targeting a dozen Russian tankers. The strikes are part of an intensified effort to disrupt fuel supplies to the occupied Crimean peninsula.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration has increased its forecast for global oil production following a recent agreement that reopened the Strait of Hormuz. The agency now projects lower prices for crude oil and U.S. gasoline through 2027.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic expressed skepticism about a rapid expansion of the European Union, stating that aspiring members should not expect to join the bloc in the near future. The remarks were made at a conference of EU candidate countries, where Ukraine's representative advocated for an accelerated accession process.
Cotton futures for December delivery experienced a significant surge on Tuesday, rising 3 cents to reach the maximum daily price movement allowed by the exchange. The contract closed at 81.3 cents per pound.
Crude oil prices surged on Tuesday following reports of attacks on three commercial oil tankers in and around the Strait of Hormuz. In response, the United States has revoked a license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil and has reportedly blamed Iran for the incidents.
Coffee industry representatives are warning that a proposed 25% U.S. tariff on Brazilian instant coffee could disrupt supply chains and lead to higher prices for American consumers and businesses.
Exxon Mobil has indicated its second-quarter earnings could rise by approximately $5 billion over the previous quarter, driven by a surge in oil prices and improved refining margins. The gains come as global energy markets were impacted by geopolitical conflict in the Middle East.
Gold prices declined more than 1% on Tuesday as investors moved to the U.S. dollar for safety following an escalation of tensions in the Middle East. The events also caused a significant spike in oil prices, while traders awaited cues on U.S. monetary policy.
