Iranian tensions may push oil prices higher

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Source: Commodityonline

NYMEX crude oil is trading near $100/bbl as tensions between Iran and Western economies increased. Iran has run series of navy exercises to demonstrate military strength to the EU and US. Earlier western economies warned about serious consequences Iran will face if it does not stop its nuclear programme while Iran answered it would completely block Strait of Hormuz in case of any action against Iran.

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