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Brent Crude Oil Surges Past $80 Per Barrel Amid Iran Tensions
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 7, 2026
What happened
Brent crude oil prices have risen above $80 per barrel for the first time in two weeks following renewed U.S. sanctions on Iran and escalating regional tensions, including overnight attacks and President Trump's announcement of failed negotiations.
- 01Brent crude oil prices surpassed $80 per barrel for the first time in two weeks.
- 02The price surge began after the U.S. reinstated sanctions on Iran.
- 03Overnight attacks and Trump's statements on failed talks further pushed prices up.
- 04Oil prices were around $70 per barrel just a day before the spike.
- 05Prices previously exceeded $100 during conflicts near southern Iran and the Strait of Hormuz.
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