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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
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Holly Williams

Oil prices jump after US attacks Iran nuclear sites

Oil prices have jumped to the highest level for nearly six months on fears over supply concerns after the US joined Israel in attacking Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Brent crude surged to more than 78 US dollars (£58.06) a barrel before paring back a little to stand 77.6 dollars (£57.76) higher in early morning trading on Monday.

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