Price of oil could spike after Iran’s parliament votes to close key shipping route

June 23, 2025

Iran’s parliament has voted to shut down the vital Hormuz shipping channel in retaliation against Donald Trump’s attack on the country, prompting fears of a sharp spike in oil prices that could cause a global recession.

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