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Trump Halts Israeli Retaliation as Iran War Ends, Inflation Soars

6/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

President Donald Trump ordered Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to retaliate after Iran launched missiles, asserting he controls settlement.
United States and Iran were at war for 100 days, with a ceasefire in place on June 9, 2026.
Iran’s Central Bank reported inflation of 77.2% and 113% for goods in April-May, with the Strait of Hormuz closure keeping Brent crude about 36% and WTI about 50% above levels, driving inflation.

History

Historical Context

In October 1973 OAPEC, led by Saudi Arabia, embargoed the United States and other Israel allies, cutting output and sending crude from $3 to about $12 per barrel—a 300% jump. The shock spurred Western diversification and energy-security policies that now shape the reaction to the 2026 Iran-U.S. conflict, which has again pushed Brent and WTI well above pre-war levels.

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Story summary

President Donald Trump ordered Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to retaliate after Iran launched missiles, asserting he controls settlement.
United States and Iran were at war for 100 days, with a ceasefire in place on June 9, 2026.
Iran’s Central Bank reported inflation of 77.2% and 113% for goods in April-May, with the Strait of Hormuz closure keeping Brent crude about 36% and WTI about 50% above levels, driving inflation.

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