strikeJul 21, 2026

Crude oil prices rise 2% on fresh attacks by US and Iran

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Listen to this article in summarized format Brent crude futures rose $1.62, or 1.8%, to $90.84 a barrel by 1152 GMT. The front-month U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude contract , which expires on Tuesday, was up $1.37, or 1.7%, at $84.60. The more active contract for September delivery rose $1.48, or 1.8%, to $83.96.

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SECTIONS Crude oil prices rise ; Iran ReutersBy SECTIONS Crude oil prices rise ; Iran Reuters
Listen to this article in summarized format Brent crude futures rose $1.62, or 1.8%, to $90.84 a barrel by 1152 GMT. The front-month U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude contract , which expires on Tuesday, was up $1.37, or 1.7%, at $84.60. The more active contract for September de…

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