Emergency oil releases test Trump’s options amid Iran-linked market strain
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An IEA-coordinated emergency release of about 400 million barrels, led by the U.S. SPR (172 million), aims to ease supply tightness but is expected to slow rather than reverse price rises; with the Strait of Hormuz disruption imperiling roughly 20% of global oil flows, gasoline prices remain elevated and Trump’s options are limited to temporary market tools such as stock releases, waivers, or escorts.
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