Oil prices fall as Saudi defense minister travels to Iran for de-escalation talks

Crude oil prices declined Monday after Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman traveled to Tehran for de-escalation talks with Iranian leaders. West Texas Intermediate futures dropped 1.2% to $102.05 per barrel, while Brent crude fell 0.7% to $115.86. The retreat followed a sharp rally driven by Houthi attacks on Saudi infrastructure, which heightened fears of global energy supply disruptions.

Source: Oil prices fall as Saudi defense minister travels to Iran for de-escalation talks — CNBC

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