US-Iran tensions push crude oil prices to six-month high
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- to $71.99
- 0.5%
- to $67.05
- 0.9%
Crude oil prices are nearing a six-month high amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran. As of 20 Feb 2026, MCX crude futures for March 2026 are flat at ₹6,050 per barrel. In the international market, Brent crude rose by 0.5% to $71.99, while WTI increased by 0.9% to $67.05. This surge follows US military escalation in the Middle East and President Trump's ultimatum to Iran to negotiate a nuclear deal. 📈
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