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Renewed oil flows give US leverage
Increased oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz may provide the US with leverage in talks with Iran, as over 10 million barrels daily demonstrate Tehran's limited control. US officials argue Iran benefits more from a nuclear deal than tolls in the strait, while Iran's chief negotiator noted 40 million barrels exported since the US blockade was lifted.
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