U S Iran Relations

Crude oil markets remain supported by restricted Strait of Hormuz traffic and deteriorating U.S. Iran relations, keeping supply risk in focus for WTI and Brent. Natural gas faces a different setup as strong U.S. dry gas production and comfortable storage levels continue to soften the domestic outlook.

Oil prices advanced as traders focused on rising tensions in the Middle East and showed limited confidence in a near-term U.S.-Iran deal. Natural gas slipped on profit-taking but continued to test a key resistance zone after rebounding from multi-month lows.

Oil prices are trying to stabilize, but the rebound remains fragile as traders weigh rising supply against uncertain demand. WTI is centered on the $66 support area, while Brent needs a stronger recovery above $80 to improve the short-term outlook.