Prices for oil, fuel cargoes smash record highs as Iran war chokes Middle East supply
Reuters • 3/19/2026 – 3/20/2026
Summary
Prices for oil and fuel cargoes have reached record highs due to the ongoing war in Iran, which is impacting supply in the Middle East. This situation has been reported by Reuters.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
9h
Age
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Sources
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Hours Since Seen
Final Score12/100
CategoryBreaking
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier99% (0.5^1/48)
Hero EligibleYes
Score BreakdownRisk 55
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (10/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: Breaking news - too recent to assess longevity
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