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Renewed U.S.-Iran Conflict Sparks Oil Rally, Fuels Inflation Concerns
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Jul 13, 2026 · 07:56 WAT
Global oil prices, including the Nigerian benchmark Brent crude, climbed above $79 per barrel following renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran. The escalation has heightened fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East, reigniting global inflation concerns and impacting financial markets.