Shipping resumes in Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude oil prices climbed to $80.38 per barrel on Friday, according to Blockchain News.
The price increase coincided with the entry of at least four tankers into the Strait of Hormux following an Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, as reported by Blockchain News.
Iran transit controls
Despite the resumption of shipping activity and the cessation of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, Iran signaled tighter transit controls for vessels in the region during this period, according to a report from Blockchain News.
Polymarket 2028 GOP polling data
Prediction market platform Polymarket reported that odds regarding the 2028 Republican election remained unchanged despite recent geopolitical developments involving the Strait of Hormuz and regional conflicts, according to Blockchain News.
Ronald Reagan Jr. polling lead
In Polymarket's GOP polling data for the 2028 election cycle, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., referred to as RFK Jr in reports from Blockchain News, holds a reported lead of 49% against other candidates.