{
  "id": 9473404,
  "title": "Oil prices edge lower as Iran says it is open to diplomacy to end the war",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/oil-prices-edge-lower-as-iran-says-it-is-open-to-diplomacy-to-end-the-9473404",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-24T03:02:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40440987/oil-prices-edge-lower-as-iran-says-it-is-open-to-diplomacy-to-end-the-war"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Oil prices declined on Thursday, following a 4% increase the previous day, as Iran expressed openness to diplomacy aimed at ending the US-Iran war, despite significant differences between the two nations. Brent crude futures fell by $0.94, or 0.9%, to $102.13 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate futures dropped by $0.59, or 0.7%, to $91.56. Iran and the United States remain at odds over a resolution to their conflict, but Iran's senior official emphasized that ongoing diplomacy is crucial, following Iran's president's statement at the UN General Assembly that Tehran would never submit to US pressure. Iran is examining Washington's response to its peace proposals, which emphasize lifting the US naval blockade on Iranian ports and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, according to a senior Iranian official. Discussions on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting the naval blockade took place during indirect talks on Tuesday, the official added. However, Iran's security chief, Mohsen Rezaei, stated on Wednesday that the Strait of Hormuz would not reopen until Iran's demands are met. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated on Wednesday that a deal with Iran would require substantial effort over time, and Trump had also discussed military options. Traders considered potential restrictions on diesel exports; ultra-low-sulfur diesel futures dropped by around 5% in early trading after Politico reported plans by the Trump administration for a 90-day diesel ban. The White House denied such a ban, but Energy Secretary Chris Wright suggested in conversations with oil industry leaders that a ban may be necessary late Tuesday. Wright had previously expressed skepticism about a diesel export ban, despite President Trump supporting it. Analysts and market observers have warned that such a measure would likely not alleviate high energy prices and could exacerbate global supply issues, further destabilizing economies. Donald Trump indicated progress towards ending the Iran war, while US crude inventories increased by 3 million barrels to 426.4 million barrels last week, according to the Energy Information Administration. Analysts surveyed by Reuters had anticipated a 641,000-barrel draw; however, fuel stocks declined.",
  "summary": "Oil prices edged lower on Thursday , after climbing 4% in the previous session, as Iran said it remained open to diplomacy to end the US-Iran war, though the two countries remain far apart on ways to do so. Brent crude futures fell 94 cents, or 0.9%, to $102.13 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate futures eased 59 cents, or 0.7%, to $91.56. Iran and the United States remain divided over how to…",
  "key_points": [
    "Oil prices drop 0.9% to $102.13 per barrel",
    "Iran open to diplomacy to end US-Iran war",
    "US crude inventories rise 3 million barrels"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Iran's openness to diplomacy to end the US-Iran war brings a glimmer of hope for easing tensions, but a deal would require substantial effort over time, with significant demands still unmet.",
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        "title": "Oil prices edge lower as Iran says it is open to diplomacy to end the war",
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        "published": "2026-09-24T01:16:48.000Z"
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        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Oil prices edge lower as Iran says it is open to diplomacy to end the war",
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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."
}