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‘Exploding oil?!’ The Middle East is about to find out
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
By David Goldman, CNN
(CNN) — The moment of truth is just about here.
The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, for now, and Middle Eastern countries that shut off their oil wells during the war (the term is actually “shut in”) are about to turn those valves back the other way and find out what they...
Key takeaway The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, for now, and Middle Eastern countries that shut off their oil wells during the war (the term is actually “shut in”) are about to turn those valves back the other way and find out what they...
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's own energy sector, though not directly tied to the Middle Eastern oil wells, may still feel the ripple effects of the Strait of Hormuz's reopening. Local refineries and distributors that rely on imported oil could see fluctuations in supply and pricing, potentially impacting the cost of gasoline and other petroleum products for El Paso consumers. Furthermore, the city's proximity to major transportation routes, including Interstate 10 and the Union Pacific Railroad, means that any disruptions to the global oil supply chain could have a tangible impact on El Paso's economy. As the situation unfolds, El Pasoans should keep a close eye on fuel prices and be prepared for potential shifts in the local energy market. The city's economic development officials may also need to consider the potential implications for El Paso's own oil and gas industry, which has experienced growth in recent years.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? By David Goldman, CNN
(CNN) — The moment of truth is just about here.
The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, for now, and Middle Eastern countries that shut off their oil wells during the war (the term is actually “shut in”) are about to turn those valves back the other way and find out what they...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 24, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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