Event Brief
Oil rises after Trump warns Iran clock is ticking
Filed: May 18, 2026 at 7:02 PM ET
Summary: Oil futures climbed after Trump warned that the “clock is ticking” on Iran and noted supply buffers could run out.
WHO: President Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump warned that the “clock is ticking” on Iran as oil futures rose.
WHEN: May 18, 2026 at 6:23 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Oil prices rose following Trump’s warning about Iran and concerns that buffers cushioning supply disruptions could be reduced.
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