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London crude oil slides after Trump aborts Iran strikes

PUBLISHED Aug 3, 2026, 10:06 AM ET

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Global crude prices fell sharply on Monday after Donald Trump said he had cancelled planned US strikes on Iran and that talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz were imminent. Brent crude dropped as much as 7.3% to $81.55 a barrel before trading around $83.47, while US West Texas Intermediate slid over 5% to $79.47. The fall followed more than 20% gains in July amid renewed US-Iran tensions and tanker attacks. UK fuel prices nonetheless climbed, with petrol reaching 160.85p per litre and diesel exceeding 180p, according to the RAC.

By Lauren Mitchell | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

On July 1, 2026, oil prices surged amid regional conflicts.
On July 15, 2026, tanker attacks disrupted global energy shipments.
On July 25, 2026, Brent crude hit multi-year trading highs.
On July 30, 2026, energy markets faced severe supply panic.
On August 3, 2026, President Trump cancelled planned Iran strikes.
On August 3, 2026, Brent crude tumbled seven percent intraday.
On August 3, 2026, WTI crude slid below eighty dollars.
On August 3, 2026, global equity markets rallied on de-escalation.
Diplomatic peace talks will determine upcoming global energy price stability.
Regional shipping lanes will reopen gradually following successful negotiations soon.

News Intelligence

Gasoline pump prices will ease, lowering short-term consumer inflation pressures.
Sustained diplomatic stability could permanently stabilize domestic energy supply costs.
American motorists, energy investors, airlines, and logistics corporations are affected.
Monitor official White House statements and verified Middle East updates.

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Left outlets highlight diplomatic relief while questioning long-term stability prospects. Center reports focus purely on market data and official announcements. Right outlets praise decisive presidential leadership and successful economic de-escalation.