Stocks pared gains as oil prices climbed on concerns over a potential resumption of hostilities in the Middle East. [14:47 ET] US Officials: US State Dept is preparing to issue an ordered departure of some personnel and family members at US embassies across the Gulf. [DXY & Oil Strengthened, Stock Indexes Weakened] [12:39 ET] Treasury Dept. issues Iran general license HH. US authorizes offloading cargo involving some blocked vessels. [DXY & Oil Weakened, Stock Indexes Strengthened]