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Fears About Iraq Continue to Push Up Oil Prices -- New York Times
LONDON — The oil markets are likely to remain on edge, as escalating tensions in Iraq prompt concerns over supplies in the major oil-producing country.
Although a sharp spike in prices looks unlikely at this point, the fighting in Iraq and turmoil in other major oil producers are expected to keep prices relatively high, a situation that could put pressure on gasoline prices during the summer driving season.
“I think the upward movement is justified even though the direct threat to Iraqi supply is low,” said Richard Mallinson, an analyst at Energy Aspects, a London research firm.
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