Brent crude drops below $99 as US-Iran talks ease supply fears

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Brent crude oil fell below $99 per barrel at the opening of Asian markets on Wednesday, marking a sixth consecutive session of losses, with prices down nearly 2% to around $98.5. The decline is attributed to signs of progress in US-Iran talks, with President Donald Trump calling a meeting with Iranian officials "very productive." Tehran has signaled it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if Washington lifts restrictions on Iranian oil exports. Saudi Arabia is also working to restore exports via its East-West pipeline, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz. The drop provides relief to European markets after recent price surges, with the next key test being a potential Hormuz agreement and increased Saudi supply.


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