Oil prices saw a slight increase as concerns over Iran’s internal unrest and potential supply disruptions overshadowed anticipated crude supply from Venezuela. Heightened tensions with Iran, including potential U.S. military action and tariffs, are adding a geopolitical risk premium to oil prices. Meanwhile, escalating geopolitical tensions in Ukraine and renewed attacks on the Federal Reserve in the U.S.
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