US oil reaches its highest price in 6 months amid fears of war with Iran

The price of West Texas Intermediate barrel reached its highest level in six months, amid fears that talks between the United States and Iran may not prevent a new conflict that could threaten supplies.

The price of a barrel jumped 2.2% to reach $66.62, after briefly touching its highest level since August.
The price of Brent crude, the international standard, also rose by 2% to reach $71.76 a barrel.

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