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TRUE — U.S.-Iran Conflict Escalates: Global Oil Prices Spike

Verified on March 9, 2026

Verified: A major military conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran has erupted, leading to the death of Iran's Supreme Leader and a massive surge in global energy costs as the Strait of Hormuz faces disruption.

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Reports indicate significant U.S. and Israeli military strikes against Iran starting in late February 2026, leading to a major regional escalation and a sharp increase in global oil prices.

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Operation Epic Fury, a joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran, commenced on February 28, 2026, targeting military infrastructure and leadership.
The initial strikes resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, triggering widespread retaliatory missile and drone attacks from Iran across the Middle East.
Global oil prices have surged, with U.S. crude exceeding $90 per barrel, driven by the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz and strikes on energy infrastructure in Tehran and Haifa.
The conflict has caused significant casualties and disrupted international travel and shipping, with over 1,200 deaths reported in Iran alone as of early March 2026.

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