World · 24 March 2026

Iran War Confusion Sends Oil Back Above $100

Energy costs for consumers may shift after crude oil prices experienced significant movement. Brent crude rose on Tuesday in Asia to around $103 a barrel following conflicting claims over US-Iran talks. Earlier, prices dropped more than ten per cent after President Trump described Washington's conversations with Tehran as "productive," claims Iran then firmly rejected.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 March 2026 at 7:33

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