U.S. oil holds above $100, Brent at five-month high as Iran says it’s prepared for warfare
U.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran on Thursday of trying to manipulate the oil market.
CNBC reports: U.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran on Thursday of trying to manipulate the oil market.
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