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Briefing: Iran war: Trump says he'll tap Strategic Petroleum Reserve to cut energy costs
Strategic angle: The U.S. currently has 415 million barrels of oil in its strategic reserve, about 58% of the authorized capacity of 714 million barrels.
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Updated about 1 month ago
In response to rising energy costs linked to the ongoing conflict in Iran, President Trump has announced plans to tap into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR).
Currently, the SPR contains 415 million barrels of oil, which is approximately 58% of its total authorized capacity of 714 million barrels.
This decision highlights the importance of strategic reserves in managing energy supply and pricing during geopolitical tensions.