Oil prices today: Crude eases after spike as Trump, Netanyahu seek to ease concerns over Iran war

2026-03-20 - 04:30

Global crude prices saw a dip on Friday. Statements from US President Donald Trump and Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu helped calm fears of more attacks on energy facilities. Brent crude moved towards $107 a barrel. West Texas Intermediate for May hovered around $94. This follows a sharp rally due to supply disruptions in the Persian Gulf region.