U.S. Proposes 10-Day Ceasefire; Crude Oil Futures Reverse on Geopolitical Premium on July 21

On July 21, U.S. negotiators proposed a 10-day ceasefire, prompting crude oil and related futures to decline sharply as the geopolitical premium unwound. The shift reflected reduced immediate conflict risks in oil-supply-sensitive regions.

However, the Houthi movement announced an embargo on maritime navigation to Saudi Arabia, reintroducing downside pressure on energy markets. The conflicting signals between ceasefire prospects and renewed regional threats set the stage for volatile trading in coming sessions.

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