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Oil prices jump as Trump Iran deadline approaches, following Kharg Island attack 
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Oil prices jump as Trump Iran deadline approaches, following Kharg Island attack 

April 7, 2026
The Hill
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Oil prices rose Tuesday after the latest U.S. attacks on Iran and amid President Trump’s threats of escalation. Prices for U.S. benchmark WTI were up more than 3 percent at 116 per barrel as of Tuesday. The price of international benchmark Brent Crude was also up, though the increase was not as dramatic. The U.S. struck military...

Oil prices jump as Trump Iran deadline approaches, following Kharg Island attack 
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