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Middle East Crisis: Balkan Countries Act to Ease Spike in Oil Prices

Middle East Crisis: Balkan Countries Act to Ease Spike in Oil Prices

Motorists queue at a petrol station in Skopje, North Macedonia, 9 March 2026. Photo: EPA/GEORGI LICOVSKI. Balkan governments have started taking measures to curb a spike in oil prices, which has escalated since Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to US and Israeli attacks, threatening economies worldwide. The waterway between the Persian Gulf […]

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Global Oil Prices Drop to $90 Per Barrel After Trump’s Ce@sefire Talks

Global Oil Prices Drop to $90 Per Barrel After Trump’s Ce@sefire Talks

Global oil prices dropped to around $90 per barrel today after US President Donald Trump announced progress in ceasefire talks with Iran. This eased fears of major supply disruptions from the ongoing Middle East conflict, which had pushed prices much higher in recent weeks. Brent crude, the main global benchmark, fell sharply to about $96

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Crude prices spike 53% month-to-date in March, kerosene surges

Crude prices spike 53% month-to-date in March, kerosene surges

Global crude oil prices ended the trading week of March 20, 2026, higher, rising by 8.22% to close at $112 per barrel in the commodity market. The post Crude prices spike 53% month-to-date in March, kerosene surges appeared first on Nairametrics… https://nairametrics.com/2026/03/21/crude-prices-spike-53-month-to-date-in-march-kerosene-surges/

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As global fuel prices climb, how does Malaysia compare with other countries?

As global fuel prices climb, how does Malaysia compare with other countries?

The US-Israel conflict with Iran has driven global fuel prices higher, but despite recent increases, Malaysia still maintains comparatively lower prices. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin (New users only) Unlock 5.5%* + 10%* p.a. promo rate for 3 months via Versa and enjoy FREE RM10 & when you sign up using code VERSAMM10 with min.

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Anwar: Stop politicising oil price surge driven by global crisis

Anwar: Stop politicising oil price surge driven by global crisis

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has criticised parties he says are politicising rising global oil prices, stressing that the surge is driven by international conflicts beyond Malaysia’s control. He said that amid escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly in West Asia, some groups continue to blame the government without acknowledging the broader global situation. “There are those who

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‎Oil prices retreat as US, allies seek to ensure safe passage through Hormuz

‎Oil prices retreat as US, allies seek to ensure safe passage through Hormuz

Oil prices fell on Friday after major European countries and Japan signaled joint efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, while the US announced measures to support supply. In a fresh attempt to curb prices, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington could soon lift sanctions on Iranian oil cargoes already loaded

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France is experiencing wave of crypto assault. One involved an influencer’s father doused with gasoline 

France is experiencing wave of crypto assault. One involved an influencer’s father doused with gasoline 

Five people were arrested for allegedly dousing an influencer’s father in gasoline and forcing him into the trunk of a car in exchange for ransom payments in crypto. The attack, whose details first surfaced this week, occurred at the every end of 2024 near the French border with Switzerland.  The arrests put a spotlight on

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