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Trump accuses Iran of pushing oil prices higher before US midterms

President Donald Trump alleges Iran is using reports of tanker attacks and naval mines to raise oil prices, as markets face uncertainty over possible further strikes.

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Iran's reported tanker strike claim precedes Trump's accusation

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Trump accuses Iran of raising prices before midterms

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Truth Social post alleges fabricated attack and mine reports

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Oil returns to high reached during Iran war

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