Oil prices plunge on claims Strait of Hormuz is open

Oil prices fell over 10% on Friday after claims that the Strait of Hormuz is open for transit, according to President Trump and Iran's foreign minister. The move follows progress in ceasefire talks, with Brent crude dropping to $88.90 and WTI to $83.35, signaling potential easing of oil flow restrictions.

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