Politics × Energy

Iran Peace Proposal Imminent; Brent Crude Plunges 8%

The U.S. transmitted a one-page peace proposal to Iran through Pakistani mediation, including a 30-day negotiation trigger and agendas covering nuclear, frozen assets, and Strait of Hormuz security. Brent closed at $100.45/bbl, down 8% on 5/7, with WTI at $94.81. Trump stated the war would end soon.

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