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Ship attacks continue in Strait of Hormuz despite peace talks, Chevron says
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2026-05-29XOMExxon MobilAlpha Vantage Newscommodity_exposure
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Chevron CEO Mike Wirth stated that despite ongoing peace talks, several vessels have been attacked in the Strait of Hormuz recently, highlighting persistent risks for shipowners in the Persian Gulf. Wirth emphasized that Chevron would not pay tolls for passage and that shipowners and insurers must be comfortable with safety before trade can normalize. The attacks, some unreported, indicate that even with a potential peace accord, the economic and operational challenges for oil transit remain significant.
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