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Iran Escalates, Oil Shock Looms, Platner Questions Grow
1. Iran and the U.S. Exchange Fire Amid Ceasefire Tensions Iran has reportedly fired on U.S. positions in Kuwait while American forces respond near the Strait of Hormuz. As Iran pulls away from negotiations, fears of a broader Middle East conflict continue to grow. 2. Exxon Warns Oil Could Hit $160 Per Barrel Global oil reserves are tightening, European airlines are already cutting flights, and Exxon is warning of an unprecedented energy crunch. Rising oil prices could push the global economy toward recession. 3. New Questions Surround Graham Platner's Resume Claims Fresh reports suggest…
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