Oil prices rise as tensions persist
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-26 22:16 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye, Times of Israel
Brent crude has held above $107 as hopes for renewed talks between countries have increased tensions. The price increase is attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
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