Trump's Iran war pause is as costly as new strikes
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The question is how long this uneasy equilibrium can last. Benchmark Brent crude fell below $90 a barrel on Tuesday for the first time since late August, extending a decline of more than 20% from its recent high of $118 on October 30, as investors increasingly discount another major escalation in the US-Iran conflict…
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Brent crude fell below $90 a barrel on Tuesday, extending a decline of more than 20% from its recent high of $118 on October 30. Investors increasingly discount another major escalation in the US-Iran conflict following the Republican Party's rout in the US midterm elections. Trump said on Monday he would hold off on new military action against Iran following appeals from Gulf allies, while the US military continues to build up forces in the Middle East.
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Following appeals from Gulf allies, Trump stated he would hold off on new military action against Iran, a pause that may offer a reprieve from further escalation. However, the US military continues to build up forces in the Middle East, leaving the duration of this uneasy equilibrium uncertain.
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- SECTIONS Trump's Iran war pause is as costly as new strikes Ron Bousso; ReutersBy SECTIONS Trump's Iran war pause is as costly as new strikes Ron Bousso; Reuters
The question is how long this uneasy equilibrium can last. Benchmark Brent crude fell below $90 a barrel on Tuesday for the first time since late August, extending a decline of more than 20% from its recent high of $118 on October 30, as investors increasingly discount another ma…
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