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West Texas Intermediate & Marco Rubio

20 shared events · Importance 16 · Last updated May 09, 2026

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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate oil prices extended losses and dipped below $100 a barrel, indicating a positive market reaction to the de-escalation efforts.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, as Secretary of State, announced the completion of offensive operations against Iran and outlined the US stance on a UN Security Council resolution regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
May 06, 2026 · 31 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude futures rose as a result of the ongoing conflict and the uncertainty surrounding oil supplies.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, the US Secretary of State, is involved in diplomatic efforts to end the war and has questioned allies' lack of support for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 27, 2026 · 39 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices tumbled below $100 a barrel due to hopes of a de-escalation in tensions between the United States and Iran.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, announced the completion of US offensive operations against Iran and the drafting of a UN Security Council resolution.
May 06, 2026 · 21 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices fell below $100 a barrel after the US paused its ship-guiding plan, indicating a positive market reaction to potential de-escalation.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, called on China to pressure Iran to end the blockade and announced the completion of US offensive operations against Iran.
May 06, 2026 · 6 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude futures rose due to renewed fighting and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting market concerns over oil supply disruptions.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, as the U.S. Secretary of State, is actively involved in diplomatic efforts, awaiting Iran's response to peace proposals and discussing Middle East peace with Pope Leo XVI.
May 04, 2026 · 139 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices have risen significantly due to the disruption of oil shipments caused by the Strait of Hormuz standoff.
Marco Rubio: As US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio stated that Iran's proposal was 'better than what we thought they were going to submit' but emphasized the need to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
Apr 26, 2026 · 104 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate oil prices fell significantly due to hopes for an end to the Iran war and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, briefly dipping below $100 a barrel.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, as the US Secretary of State, announced the conclusion of the offensive side of the US campaign, 'Operation Epic Fury', indicating a shift in US strategy.
May 03, 2026 · 19 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices have been highly volatile due to the conflict and the Strait of Hormuz blockade, reflecting market uncertainty and supply disruptions.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, as US Secretary of State, hosted a meeting between envoys for Israel and Lebanon, facilitating diplomatic engagement in a parallel regional conflict.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate futures eased due to expectations of increased supply following the potential peace deal.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, as US Secretary of State, briefed reporters on the effort to escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.
May 05, 2026 · 7 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude oil prices have increased following the United States' decision to blockade Iranian ports, indicating market anxiety over potential supply shortages.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, participated in meetings with David Lammy to discuss the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz and is expected to attend talks between Israel and Lebanon.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices have surged due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting the global energy crisis.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, as the Secretary of State, commented on Iran's peace offer, expressing the White House's questions regarding the authority of the submitter.
Apr 27, 2026 · 80 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: US West Texas Intermediate for May fell due to expectations that US-Iran peace talks would resume, indicating a positive market reaction to potential de-escalation.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, has been collaborating on discussions related to the peace talks and mediated the meeting between Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: U.S. crude prices (West Texas Intermediate) plunged more than $13 to $88.88 per barrel on news of potential ceasefire.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, as Secretary of State, stated that the major US military operation against Iran is over, but emphasized that the conflict is not necessarily concluded, reflecting the cautious diplomatic stance.
May 06, 2026 · 98 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate futures eased 1.2% after Donald Trump's social media post, reflecting a positive market reaction to the potential for a peace agreement.
Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State, stated that Iran could not be allowed to control traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
May 06, 2026 · 15 articles
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Marco Rubio: Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State, has briefed Congress on the Iran operation and warned of more intense hits to come from the U.S. military.
Mar 01, 2026 · 42 articles
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Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
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Mar 27, 2026 · 25 articles
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Mar 28, 2026 · 18 articles
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Mar 17, 2026 · 108 articles
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Apr 12, 2026 · 167 articles
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