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Oil falls as the U.S. pivots to economic pressure on Iran

Oil fell Wednesday, as investors continue to assess the U.S. pivot toward economic sanctions rather than military strikes to add pressure on Iran.

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Published by CurrentWire Aug 25, 2026 at 11:55 PM ET · First coverage Aug 26, 2026 at 12:35 AM ET

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