Trump Administration Weighing Measures to Increase US Oil Output
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-30 11:01 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye
The Trump administration is considering measures to increase US oil output in response to a potential blockade of Iranian ports. Middle East Eye reports that the administration is weighing options, while the details of these plans are unclear.
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