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US Rules Out Oil Export Ban Amid West Asia War, Focuses on Stabilizing Prices

The Trump administration won't restrict oil exports despite rising energy costs from Middle East conflicts. The US and IEA will release 400 million barrels to stabilise markets.

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News18•19-03-2026, 23:22

US Rules Out Oil Export Ban Amid West Asia War, Focuses on Stabilizing Prices

•The US is not considering oil export restrictions despite rising energy costs due to the West Asia conflict.
•This decision aims to keep global supply lines open, even with domestic price pressure.
•Oil prices have surged, with Brent crude briefly exceeding $119 per barrel, driven by attacks on energy infrastructure and shipping route disruptions.
•The US and IEA members will release 400 million barrels from emergency reserves, with the US contributing 172 million barrels.
•This coordinated release is the largest in IEA history, following similar actions during the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

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