Trump Warns of Imminent New Strikes on Iran, Oil at Risk

President Donald Trump warned the U.S. would "probably" launch another round of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, according to a report. The warning comes alongside escalating tensions and tighter oil sanctions imposed by Washington.

The Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly 20% of global oil passes, is the focal point. Any disruption there would hit crude flows directly. The U.S. has tightened sanctions on Iranian oil exports in recent weeks, squeezing the country's revenue further.

USO, the United States Oil Fund, carries an Alpha Score of 40 out of 100, a Mixed rating. USO stock page The Mixed label reflects the balanced risk between a potential supply shock and a de-escalation scenario.

Earlier this month, oil prices jumped 6% after U.S. strikes on Iranian targets. Oil Jumps 6% After U.S. Strikes on Iran The latest warning keeps markets focused on a repeat of that volatility.

Trump said the next strike would come "probably" on Wednesday. The report did not detail the target or the size of the operation.