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Why did Trump threaten an export ban?
Donald Trump's threat of an export ban was a tactic to pressure European nations into releasing their own oil reserves. He aimed to alleviate US domestic supply issues and potentially gain political leverage. While he later downplayed it, such threats highlight the interconnectedness of global energy policy.
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