- Oil prices reached daily highs after Iran's security chief made a tough statement.
- Iran reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed.
Oil prices rose sharply as Iran's security chief toughened comments on Hormuz and peace talks. Tehran said the strait will stay closed unless Washington accepts seven conditions. Brent hit $101.49, WTI $92.09.
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