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Saudi tanker damaged in Hormuz Strait amid rising tensions
A Saudi-flagged crude oil tanker sustained damage while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, marking the latest incident in the strategically critical waterway. Risk to oil supply disruption pressures USD/JPY and risk-sensitive pairs; geopolitical uncertainty typically strengthens safe-haven yen and Swiss franc while weighing on commodity-linked currencies.
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Oil rises to $73 as tanker strikes near Hormuz escalate
Fresh attacks on shipping vessels near the Strait of Hormuz pushed Brent crude to $73/barrel, with an LNG carrier hit by projectile fire. Supply disruption risks elevate commodity-linked currencies. USD/CAD and AUD/USD face downward pressure; JPY strengthens as risk-off asset.
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