Japan's PM Announces Oil Release Amid Middle East Tensions

Japanese PM Takaichi Sanae announced oil release from national reserves.
Government supplements private reserves with national stocks.
Meeting with Trump emphasized Hormuz Strait's importance for energy stability.
Electricity and gas prices will not rise immediately.
Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa tasked with drafting supply measures.
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