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How is oil affected by geopolitical conflict?

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Why is crude oil such an important commodity?

 Why do tensions in the Middle East usually function as a bullish catalyst for oil prices?

 What is the Strait of Hormuz and why does it play such a critical role in seaborne oil shipments?