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Oil prices edge lower after US, Iran extend talks
short by / on Friday, 27 February, 2026
Oil prices slipped as the United States and Iran agreed to extend talks over Tehran's nuclear programme, easing fears of supply disruptions. OPEC member Iran's continued negotiations reduced geopolitical risk, pushing Brent to $70.47 and WTI to $64.92. Both benchmarks are set for weekly losses, reversing recent gains.