Oil prices fell following a statement by US President Donald Trump that he "canceled planned strikes and bombings against Iran for tonight," UNN reports, citing the Associated Press.
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Brent futures fell by $3.37, or 3.6%, to $89.73 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures fell by $3.20, or 3.6%, to $86.83 a barrel.
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US President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of strikes against Iran on Thursday evening, which he had spoken of several hours earlier, as the "final points" of an agreement with the country had been approved.