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  "id": 10364941,
  "title": "Oil prices spike after Trump rejects Iran truce offer",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/oil-prices-spike-after-trump-rejects-iran-truce-offer-10364941",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-28T04:45:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2026/09/28/oil-prices-spike-after-trump-rejects-iran-truce-offer/236846"
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  "account": "Oil prices experienced a significant surge after Donald Trump declined an Iranian offer to initiate a seven-day truce, reigniting concerns about inflation and sending shockwaves through global markets. Iran proposed a ceasefire that would reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz, allowing a resumption of vital shipping traffic and alleviating a severe global energy supply crunch. However, the US president firmly rejected the Iranian proposal, stating that he sought a different agreement than the one proposed, even one from a year ago. The rejection and Iran's continued insistence on their demands led to a sharp rebound in oil prices, which had declined significantly following the initial offer. This price increase heightened inflation worries and negatively impacted stock markets worldwide, with several key indices suffering substantial declines. Bond yields also rose, reaching levels not seen since 2007, emphasizing the extent of market uncertainty surrounding the situation. The Federal Reserve's upcoming policy meeting, scheduled for late October, is expected to face considerable pressure from this scenario, with investors closely monitoring inflation data and employment reports to gauge the central bank's response. While some analysts remain cautiously optimistic that negotiations could eventually lead to a resolution, the immediate focus remains on the potential consequences of continued tensions, particularly for the energy sector and global economic stability.",
  "summary": "HONG KONG, Sept 28 — Oil prices spiked with bond yields today as Donald Trump’s rejection of an Irania...",
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        "title": "Oil prices spike after Trump rejects Iran truce offer",
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        "outlet": "Free Press Journal",
        "title": "Crude Oil Prices Rise Over 2.5% After Trump Rejects Iran Strait Of Hormuz Proposal",
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        "outlet": "Ajel English",
        "title": "Trump claims Iranian nuclear arsenal destroyed, says oil prices lower",
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        "title": "Oil prices jump after Trump rejects Iran’s truce offer",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/oil-prices-jump-after-trump-rejects-irans-truce-offer",
        "published": "2026-09-28T05:46:33.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Middle East Eye",
        "title": "Oil prices spike after Trump rejects Iran proposal",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/oil-prices-spike-after-trump-rejects-iran-proposal",
        "published": "2026-09-28T05:50:28.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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