Brent crude oil futures (BZ) News
Track canonical SquawkNews coverage tagged to BZ, Brent crude oil futures. This hub brings together deduplicated headlines about commodity futures, energy catalysts, earnings, analyst actions, and wider market events so traders can review how a developing story changed over time. It contains 98 indexed stories across 5 publication days and is ordered by the same first-publication timeline used by LiveCast.
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Qatar says US and Iran envoys won't hold direct meeting - Al Jazeera
Qatar says US and Iran envoys won't hold direct meeting - Al Jazeera
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 30, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC
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Qatar Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Direct line of communication for de-confliction in the Strait of Hormuz has been used to contain confro
Qatar Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Direct line of communication for de-confliction in the Strait of Hormuz has been used to contain confrontations over the past few days.
ENERGY | Jun 30, 2026, 10:21 AM UTC
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Qatar Foreign Ministry spokesperson: We are coordinating with Oman on the Strait of Hormuz and on safe passage for vessels
Qatar Foreign Ministry spokesperson: We are coordinating with Oman on the Strait of Hormuz and on safe passage for vessels
ENERGY | Jun 30, 2026, 10:21 AM UTC
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Qatar Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: So far, the $6 billion in Iranian frozen funds have not been transferred to Iran; they are subject to t
Qatar Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: So far, the $6 billion in Iranian frozen funds have not been transferred to Iran; they are subject to the 2023 agreement and earmarked for the purchase of humanitarian goods
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 30, 2026, 10:20 AM UTC
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Qatar foreign ministry spokesperson: Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will be in Qatar to meet mediators to discuss negotiations; there is no
Qatar foreign ministry spokesperson: Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will be in Qatar to meet mediators to discuss negotiations; there is no high-level meeting between the US and Iran planned
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 30, 2026, 10:09 AM UTC
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BoJ's Sato: Will scrutinise impact of Middle East developments on Japan's economy, prices.
BoJ's Sato: Will scrutinise impact of Middle East developments on Japan's economy, prices.
CENTRAL_BANK | Jun 30, 2026, 08:03 AM UTC
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ECB's Sleijpen: Energy price retreat will have an impact on prices
ECB's Sleijpen: Energy price retreat will have an impact on prices
MACRO | Jun 30, 2026, 06:49 AM UTC
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ECB’s Lane: Oil prices for 2027 and 2028 still seen above pre-war levels
ECB’s Lane: Oil prices for 2027 and 2028 still seen above pre-war levels
CENTRAL_BANK | Jun 30, 2026, 06:19 AM UTC
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ECB’s Lane: Let's see how lower oil percolates across the economy
ECB’s Lane: Let's see how lower oil percolates across the economy
CENTRAL_BANK | Jun 30, 2026, 06:17 AM UTC
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Yen Weakens, Tech Rebounds & Stock Rally Continues - Asia Market Wrap
The AI-led rally on Wall Street extended into Asia, with semiconductor stocks driving another leg higher in global equities, while the Yen weakened to its lowest level against the Dollar since 1986. MSCI's Asia Pacific I
RATES | Jun 30, 2026, 05:13 AM UTC
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Iran's President Pezeshkian: If the American side adheres to the agreement, we will also fulfill our commitments - Post on X
Iran's President Pezeshkian: If the American side adheres to the agreement, we will also fulfill our commitments - Post on X
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 08:23 PM UTC
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After a decline, buyers intervene, causing the Nasdaq 100 to rise 2% – US Market Wrap
Stocks rose as the recent artificial intelligence selloff enticed buyers who believe the industry's investment boom will continue to support strong corporate profitability. In the final stretch of what is expected to be
CENTRAL_BANK | Jun 29, 2026, 08:11 PM UTC
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Trump: The meeting in Doha is perhaps important, perhaps not
Trump: The meeting in Doha is perhaps important, perhaps not
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 07:26 PM UTC
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Trump Signs Executive Orders - WATCH LIVE
Trump Signs Executive Orders - WATCH LIVE
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 07:26 PM UTC
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Trump: I think they've already left for the Doha meeting
Trump: I think they've already left for the Doha meeting
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 07:26 PM UTC
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Trump: Oil prices are way down
Trump: Oil prices are way down
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 07:26 PM UTC
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ECB's President Lagarde: The war has generated significant inflationary pressures.
ECB's President Lagarde: The war has generated significant inflationary pressures.
MACRO | Jun 29, 2026, 06:58 PM UTC
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Brent CRUDe futures settle at $73.15/bbl, up $1.16, 1.61%.
Brent CRUDe futures settle at $73.15/bbl, up $1.16, 1.61%.
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 06:49 PM UTC
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NYMEX Gasoline July futures settle at $3.0614 a gallon.
NYMEX Gasoline July futures settle at $3.0614 a gallon.
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 06:31 PM UTC
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NYMEX Natural Gas August futures settle at $3.1810/MMBtu.
NYMEX Natural Gas August futures settle at $3.1810/MMBtu.
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 06:31 PM UTC
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Russia’s Deputy PM Novak: Russia still continues to consider a diesel export ban - IFX.
Russia’s Deputy PM Novak: Russia still continues to consider a diesel export ban - IFX.
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 06:25 PM UTC
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Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi: Iran opposes, and will try to obstruct, any vessels transiting through paths in Hormuz that are
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi: Iran opposes, and will try to obstruct, any vessels transiting through paths in Hormuz that are not specified by Tehran.
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 06:25 PM UTC
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Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi: We told the Omanis that transit paths in Hormuz will have to be redefined, and technical talks a
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi: We told the Omanis that transit paths in Hormuz will have to be redefined, and technical talks are going to be held on that.
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 06:20 PM UTC
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Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi: Iranian and Omani experts will start talks on a mechanism to manage Hormuz in the coming days.
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi: Iranian and Omani experts will start talks on a mechanism to manage Hormuz in the coming days.
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 06:18 PM UTC
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Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: We have not started negotiations for a final deal as these require the implementation of certain point
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: We have not started negotiations for a final deal as these require the implementation of certain points of the MOU.
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 05:19 PM UTC
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Foreign Ministry spokesperson: No negotiations with US side are scheduled in the coming days.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson: No negotiations with US side are scheduled in the coming days.
EQUITY | Jun 29, 2026, 05:18 PM UTC
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Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Iran's priority currently is following up on implementation of MOU.
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Iran's priority currently is following up on implementation of MOU.
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 05:17 PM UTC
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Stocks of crude oil in US SPR fall by about 5.5 mln to 325.7 mln barrels last week, lowest since 1983
Stocks of crude oil in US SPR fall by about 5.5 mln to 325.7 mln barrels last week, lowest since 1983
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 05:12 PM UTC
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US Interior Sec. Burgum: Gasoline can absolutely get back below $3/gallon - Fox News Interview
US Interior Sec. Burgum: Gasoline can absolutely get back below $3/gallon - Fox News Interview
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 05:09 PM UTC
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Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister: The situation is sensitive and complex, we strongly advise france not to complicate it further with its prov
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister: The situation is sensitive and complex, we strongly advise france not to complicate it further with its provocations.
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 04:52 PM UTC
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Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister in response to French President Macron on Hormuz: De-mining is carried out solely by iran according to the Is
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister in response to French President Macron on Hormuz: De-mining is carried out solely by iran according to the Islamabad MOU.
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 04:51 PM UTC
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Iran Embassy: Preparations for talks with the US in Doha have not yet started - ISNA
Iran Embassy: Preparations for talks with the US in Doha have not yet started - ISNA
COMMODITIES | Jun 29, 2026, 04:20 PM UTC
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Qatar's Minister of state for defense affairs discuss regional developments and aspects of joint coordination with Iran's acting Defense Min
Qatar's Minister of state for defense affairs discuss regional developments and aspects of joint coordination with Iran's acting Defense Minister - Qatari State News Agency
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 04:09 PM UTC
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Israel's Defence Minister Katz: Prepared for Blue and White operation in Iran. Stay in Lebanon is long-term - Israel's Channel 13 News
Israel's Defence Minister Katz: Prepared for Blue and White operation in Iran. Stay in Lebanon is long-term - Israel's Channel 13 News
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 03:04 PM UTC
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US and Iranian technical teams will be meeting separately Wednesday with the Qatari and Pakistani mediators - Axios
US and Iranian technical teams will be meeting separately Wednesday with the Qatari and Pakistani mediators - Axios
EQUITY | Jun 29, 2026, 02:37 PM UTC
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Qatar: Vessels are subject to international maritime conventions and exempted.
Qatar: Vessels are subject to international maritime conventions and exempted.
COMMODITIES | Jun 29, 2026, 02:24 PM UTC
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Qatar advises temporary suspension of sailing and all forms of maritime activities until further notice - Transport Ministry.
Qatar advises temporary suspension of sailing and all forms of maritime activities until further notice - Transport Ministry.
EQUITY | Jun 29, 2026, 02:14 PM UTC
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US Secretary of State Rubio and US Envoy Witkoff to brief the House and the Senate on Iran today - Punchbowl
US Secretary of State Rubio and US Envoy Witkoff to brief the House and the Senate on Iran today - Punchbowl
COMMODITIES | Jun 29, 2026, 01:55 PM UTC
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Major Commodity Futures Implied Volatility - FJElite
Major Commodity Futures Implied Volatility - FJElite
EQUITY | Jun 29, 2026, 01:55 PM UTC
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WTI CFTC Positions Week Ended June 23rd - FJElite
WTI CFTC Positions Week Ended June 23rd - FJElite
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 01:20 PM UTC
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Mizuho on USD - FJElite
USD USTs closed last week with a modest steepening bias, extending the broader trend seen through the week. The front-end led the recovery throughout, supported by softer oil and continued repricing lower in Fed tighteni
MACRO | Jun 29, 2026, 12:58 PM UTC
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WH Press Sec. Leavitt on Iran: Technical talks will be held on the sidelines of high-level talks - Fox News interview
WH Press Sec. Leavitt on Iran: Technical talks will be held on the sidelines of high-level talks - Fox News interview
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 12:07 PM UTC
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UK Labour's Andy Burnham: We will safeguard sovereign manufacturing in critical sectors like steel, defence, energy, food and farming
UK Labour vows to protect key industries.
COMMODITIES | Jun 29, 2026, 11:04 AM UTC
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Iran: No technical talks with the US planned this week - Tasnim
Iran: No technical talks with the US planned this week - Tasnim
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 29, 2026, 09:51 AM UTC
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Iran President: $6b held in Qatar to be returned - ISNA
Iran President: $6b held in Qatar to be returned - ISNA
COMMODITIES | Jun 29, 2026, 08:03 AM UTC
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IDF: Struck Hezbollah command centers in South Lebanon Sunday
IDF strikes Hezbollah command centers in South Lebanon.
COMMODITIES | Jun 29, 2026, 06:56 AM UTC
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Oman LNG's first LNG carrier departs from Oman -State-run Oona
Oman LNG's first LNG carrier departs from Oman -State-run Oona
ENERGY | Jun 29, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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US Stock Futures Rise on Gains in Oil Pares and Iran - Asia Market Wrap
US equity futures advanced after reports suggested the US and Iran were stepping back from further military escalation, easing concerns over the fragile ceasefire supporting ongoing peace negotiations. S&P 500 and Nasdaq
RATES | Jun 29, 2026, 05:13 AM UTC
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US Strikes Iranian Targets
US strikes on Iranian targets are ongoing right now
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 26, 2026, 08:52 PM UTC
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Iran: Explosion Heard
A sound of an explosion is heard in Iran's Sirik, with the source being unclear
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 26, 2026, 08:45 PM UTC
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IMF: Iran War Fails to Spike Oil
IMF's Gourinchas says the Iran war did not significantly spike oil prices due to strategic reserve releases and refinery production adjustments.
ENERGY | Jun 26, 2026, 08:40 PM UTC
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US Military: Vigilant on Iran
US forces remain present and vigilant to ensure all aspects of the Iran agreement are adhered to
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 26, 2026, 08:39 PM UTC
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Iran: Projectile Hits Pier
A projectile struck the pier area in southern Iran's Sirik, according to Iran Media
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 26, 2026, 08:39 PM UTC
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US Military: Ensures Safe Passage
US Military forces continue to provide safe passage, coordination, and support to commercial vessels transiting the strait
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 26, 2026, 08:38 PM UTC
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US Military Strikes
US Military conducts strikes in response to attack on commercial ship in Strait of Hormuz
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 26, 2026, 08:37 PM UTC
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US Strikes Near Strait of Hormuz
The US military is conducting strikes in the area of the Strait of Hormuz
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 26, 2026, 08:32 PM UTC
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Lebanese PM: Lebanon's obligation under the framework is to extend state authority through armed forces over all territory
Lebanese PM: Lebanon's obligation under the framework is to extend state authority through armed forces over all territory
EQUITY | Jun 26, 2026, 07:53 PM UTC
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Hezbollah Vows to Keep Arms
Hezbollah lawmaker says the group will confront Lebanese authorities and hold on to its weapons
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 26, 2026, 06:37 PM UTC
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Hezbollah: US Acts to Obstruct
Hezbollah lawmaker says US actions aim to obstruct the Islamabad track, emphasizing the importance of resistance
GEOPOLITICS | Jun 26, 2026, 06:35 PM UTC
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NYMEX Gasoline Settles
NYMEX Gasoline July futures settle at $2.9571 a gallon
ENERGY | Jun 26, 2026, 06:31 PM UTC