Oil Prices Jump Amid US-Iran Strikes and Stalled Ceasefire Talks
Oil prices surged following new strikes exchanged between the US and Iran, as ceasefire talks remained at an impasse. President Trump commented on the situation, urging people to "sit back and relax" despite the escalating tensions.
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