U.S. Plans 172 Million-Barrel SPR Release to Stabilize Oil Prices Amid Middle East War

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U.S. Plans 172 Million-Barrel SPR Release to Stabilize Oil Prices Amid Middle East War
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The U.S. will release 172 million barrels from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve over four months, coordinated with the IEA to prevent further price spikes tied to the Middle East war; Brent crude neared $100 a barrel as domestic gasoline prices rose, with Trump hinting at SPR use and critics urging swifter action.

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