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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 1 MIN

Oil Prices Soar as Trump Launches Project Freedom

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Oil prices surge as Trump launches Project Freedom, aiming to bypass Irans blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude reaches $114.40, while WTI hovers around $104.30. Gas prices in the US soar to $4.46 per gallon, with potential to reach $5 if the strait remains closed. Trumps operation sees minimal impact, with only four vessels passing through, and attacks escalate. Global allies face rising fuel costs amidst the ongoing oil crisis. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cf0264bece1568d0

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Oil prices surge as Trump launches Project Freedom, aiming to bypass Irans blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude reaches $114.40, while WTI hovers around $104.30. Gas prices in the US soar to $4.46 per gallon, with potential to reach $5...

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