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nitpicked

(1,771 posts)
Thu Mar 19, 2026, 10:38 AM 18 hrs ago

Treasury Secretary Bessent says US considering waiving sanctions on Iranian oil

https://www.bbc.com/news/live/c24d410m3g4t
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10:21

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the US may waive sanctions on Iranian oil, as it looks for ways to keep energy prices in check.

The move would affect about 140 million barrels of oil that are already on the water, he suggests in a Fox Business interview.
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Bessent has previously said the US is also allowing Iranian oil tankers through, despite the conflict.

How much of an impact it will have on prices is unclear.
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Treasury Secretary Bessent says US considering waiving sanctions on Iranian oil (Original Post) nitpicked 18 hrs ago OP
Who knew they could plant their heads any further C_U_L8R 18 hrs ago #1
Well, now that we made sure the supply would be lower and price higher... Attilatheblond 18 hrs ago #2
Once we're done punching ourselves in the face, you guys are next! Qutzupalotl 17 hrs ago #3

Attilatheblond

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2. Well, now that we made sure the supply would be lower and price higher...
Thu Mar 19, 2026, 10:57 AM
18 hrs ago

The Bad Deal Maker in Chief must be hoping to get on Iran's payroll?

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