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HUGE VICTORY For Iran? U.S. Forced To Lift Oil Sanctions Under Global Pressure; Trump On ‘BACKFOOT’

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HUGE VICTORY For Iran? U.S. Forced To Lift Oil Sanctions Under Global Pressure; Trump On ‘BACKFOOT’

| Mar 21, 2026, 11:16:29 AM | TOI.in

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Donald Trump’s administration has sparked global debate after issuing a temporary waiver allowing Iranian oil sales during the ongoing war. The move comes as energy markets face intense pressure, with fears of rising prices and supply disruptions. Officials say the decision is aimed at stabilizing global oil flows, but critics argue it could indirectly benefit Tehran. With tensions escalating and strikes continuing, questions are mounting over whether this is a strategic calculation or a forced response to economic realities. As the conflict deepens, the world watches closely—will this decision ease the crisis or fuel further instability in an already volatile region?

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