Oil markets could enter ‘red zone’ by July as stocks dwindle ahead of summer travel season, IEA chief says

IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said the most important solution to the Iran war energy shock is a full and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, underscoring the route's central role in global oil flows. The statement highlights elevated geopolitical risk to energy supplies and pricing. The message is negative for market sentiment and could have broad impact on oil and related assets.

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IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said the most important solution to the Iran war energy shock is a full and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, underscoring the route's central role in global oil flows. The statement highlights elevated geopolitical risk to energy supplies and pricing. The message is negative for market sentiment and could have broad impact on oil and related assets.