Hamas Attack on Israel Raises Pressure on Biden Over Iran Oil Exports
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Hamas' attack on Israel increases pressure on Biden to restrict Iranian oil exports, risking higher oil prices.
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Iran's oil exports have risen under Biden despite sanctions, with China as the top buyer. GOP cites this as evidence of failed "appeasement".
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Some Republicans call for plans to destroy Iran's oil infrastructure in retaliation. Biden administration unlikely to constrain exports further.
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Tougher sanctions could raise oil prices and hurt consumers, but some argue it's necessary to curb terrorism funding.
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Biden aims to revive the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran undone by Trump, but faces bipartisan pressure to get tougher on Tehran.