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Iranian commercial vessel struck in Strait of Hormuz, killing one; talks on maritime security postponed

⚡ Markets: Maintains high risk premium on oil prices due to persistent threat to shipping in the world's most important oil chokepoint. The postponement of security talks suggests no near-term de-escalation.BrentWTIShipping insurance rates

An Iranian commercial vessel was hit by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, killing one crew member and injuring four, according to Iranian state media. Iran has blamed the US for the attack. The incident follows reports that Iranian hardliners conducted earlier attacks in the strait to sabotage a potential peace deal with the US. Planned talks in Oman between Iran and Gulf states to discuss maritime security in the strait have been postponed.

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