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U.S. exempts 11 states from Iran sanctions; China, India exposed

Iran Sanctions

The United States exempted Japan and 10 EU nations from financial sanctions because they have significantly cut purchases of Iranian crude oil, but left Iran's top customers China and India exposed to the possibility of such steps.

 

Crude Oil Hits 2 and a Half-Year High

Crude Oil Hits 2 and a Half-Year High

Brent crude rose towards $120 a barrel and U.S. crude hit a 2-1/2-year high above $108 on Monday as unrest in the Middle East and North Africa kept the focus on oil supplies as economic growth bolstered demand for fuel.

 

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