Trump orders release of 172 million barrels of oil from strategic reserve amid Iran war

Source: Washington Examiner · Bias: Center Right

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The United States will release 172 million barrels of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve at the request of President Donald Trump as part of a coordinated international effort aimed at stabilizing energy markets amid the war in Iran. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Wednesday that the drawdown follows an agreement among 32 member nations […]

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Trump orders release of 172 million barrels of oil from strategic reserve amid Iran war

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The United States will release 172 million barrels of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve at the request of President Donald Trump as part of a coordinated international effort aimed at stabilizing energy markets amid the war in Iran. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Wednesday that the drawdown follows an agreement among 32 member nations […]

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