Oil Rises as Fresh US Sanctions Against Iran Jolt Crude Market

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Oil edged higher as investors assessed a fresh wave of US sanctions on Iranian oil, and the Trump administration’s latest trade salvos.

Brent was above $75 a barrel after a small gain on Monday, while West Texas Intermediate was near $71. The US slapped more curbs on brokers, ships and individuals that it said were linked to illicit shipments of Iranian crude. While the additions were limited, they follow a slew of other measures.