Saudi Aramco promises full production can be restored within days if Strait of Hormuz is reopened

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Saudi Aramco's CEO has warned of severe consequences for the oil market if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, but expressed confidence in restoring full production within days if it reopens. The CEO is skeptical about the effectiveness of US Navy escorts for tankers. The situation highlights the geopolitical risks to global oil supply

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Aramco’s CEO warns of “catastrophic consequences” for the oil market if the effective closure of the Straits Of Hormuz were to remain for an extended period. He was unenthusiastic about prospects for the U.S. Navy escorting tankers in transit.

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Original article published by MarketWatch on March 10, 2026.
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