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Oil Prices Surge as Japan Stocks Decline

Oil prices rise while Japanese stocks fall following Trump's threat to block the Strait of Hormuz.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Threatens blockade of the Strait of Hormuz
WHEN: Apr 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: Triggered by Trump's comments regarding oil supply security
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