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With rumors of Iran potentially getting involved, there is a concern that this conflict could escalate into a regional crisis like the one in 1970sIn recent weeks, the Middle East has plunged into its most significant conflict in decades. The catalyst for Israel's military action was a series of brutal Hamas terrorist attacks and rocket fire, primarily affecting civilians.
This has led to a rare alignment of interests between Western nations and Iran, temporarily allowing Iran to significantly increase its oil production from 0.5 million to 3 million barrels per day. However, a potential problem arises if Iran openly supports Hamas in its conflict with Israel. This could trigger a Western response, possibly reinstating stringent sanctions on Iran.
However, the likelihood of a similar scenario unfolding today is greatly reduced. Statements from key players, including the United Arab Emirates, suggest that the Israel-Hamas conflict will not significantly impact OPEC's decisions, as the cartel is primarily motivated by economic rather than political interests.
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