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Oil Prices Surge Above $100 Amid US-Israel-Iran Conflict

4/6/2026

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The ongoing war involving the United States and Israel against Iran has driven oil prices above $100 per barrel.
Jet fuel costs reached $195 by the end of March.
Lufthansa may ground up to 40 aircraft.
Scandinavian Airlines plans to cut about 1,000 flights.
United Airlines will reduce flights over the next two quarters.

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Story summary

The ongoing war involving the United States and Israel against Iran has driven oil prices above $100 per barrel.
Jet fuel costs reached $195 by the end of March.
Lufthansa may ground up to 40 aircraft.
Scandinavian Airlines plans to cut about 1,000 flights.
United Airlines will reduce flights over the next two quarters.