First LNG Tanker Clears Hormuz After U.S.-Iran Deal Announcement

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The first LNG tanker has passed through the Strait of Hormuz following the U.S.-Iran deal to reopen the strategic sea route. This reopening led to a significant drop in oil prices, affecting global energy markets and shipping.

An LNG carrier successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz early on Monday, the first tanker carrying energy products to clear the chokepoint since the U.S. and Iran announced a deal to reopen the Strait later this week.   The U.S. and Iran late on Sunday announced a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz more than 100 days after its closure. This re-opening could happen as soon as an agreement is signed on Friday. News of the deal sent oil prices tumbling early on Monday, with Brent Crude prices down to $82 per barrel, and WTI Crude falling…