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India's oil purchases from Iran irk U.S.
Christopher Werth Apr 4, 2012
India is a U.S. ally but also one of the top importers of Iranian oil. It could face U.S. sanctions unless it curbs these oil purchases.
The scarce ways that crude oil costs could drop
Scott Tong Mar 21, 2012
The president might be able to do little to really bring down short term gas prices. But reporter Scott Tong outlines some things that actually would affect the price.
Sanctions hitting Iranian oil production hard
Stephen Beard Mar 15, 2012
Iran is feeling the effects of U.S. sanctions over its nuclear program. The International Energy Agency says Iranian oil exports have fallen to a ten-year low.
The 'what ifs' in oil prices
Scott Tong Mar 6, 2012
Oil prices fell today on the possible resumption of nuclear talks between Iran, the U.S. and its allies. But would prices stay down for long?
Iran sanctions could lead to higher gas costs in U.S.
Adriene Hill Feb 20, 2012
Oil prices have jumped to a near nine month high this morning. That's after Iran cut exports to Britain and France over sanctions related to Iran's nuclear program.
Is Iran's nuclear program aimed at making weapons?
Scott Tong Feb 16, 2012
Not everyone is so sure that the answer is yes.
More sanctions expected on Syria
Kai Ryssdal Feb 14, 2012
German Chancellor Angela Merkel said she'll support more sanctions on Syria. But do sanctions even work? Joshua Landis, an expert on Syria and a professor at the University of Oklahoma, explains.
European Union agrees on sanctions against Iran
Adriene Hill Jan 23, 2012
The EU has agreed on a plan to phase out Iranian oil deals, as part of the broader sanctions against the country and its nuclear program.
Europe's oil standoff
Heidi N. Moore Jan 23, 2012
As part of the effort to prevent Tehran from developing its nuclear weapons program, the EU unites on imposing sanctions against Iran.
