Oil prices fall below $100 as US–Iran signal fresh talks amid Hormuz blockade

 Oil prices dipped below $100 per barrel as hopes for eased US-Iran dialogue emerged following peace talks in Islamabad. Despite some positive signs, an agreement was not reached, with Iran refusing to abandon nuclear fuel enrichment. The US military extended its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, prompting threats from Iran, though diplomatic channels remain open. Oil prices dipped below $100 per barrel as hopes for eased US-Iran dialogue emerged following peace talks in Islamabad. Despite some positive signs, an agreement was not reached, with Iran refusing to abandon nuclear fuel enrichment. The US military extended its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, prompting threats from Iran, though diplomatic channels remain open.