(Central News Agency, New York, 8th, Combined Foreign Reports) After a brief exchange of fire between Israel and Iran, both sides early on signaled a commitment to avoid further escalation, which tempered the rise in international oil prices today.
West Texas Intermediate crude for July delivery on the New York Mercantile Exchange rose 76 cents, or 0.84%, to settle at $91.30 a barrel.
Brent crude for August delivery on London's ICE Futures Europe exchange gained $1.16, or 1.25%, to close at $94.25 a barrel. (Editor: Chen Yanjun) 1150609
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- Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
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