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Oil Falls Over 1% as Iran-Qatar Talks Raise Diplomacy Hopes

Crude oil prices slipped more than 1% after Iranian and Qatari officials began talks aimed at easing regional tensions. Brent crude futures dropped to $111.84 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate fell to $102.56. The decline came after a sharp rise in prices the previous week, ahead of the US midterm elections. OPEC+ has left its production targets unchanged because of ongoing supply disruptions. Market watchers remain wary that military escalation could still follow the elections.

Pentagon Investigates Possible Hacking Behind US Base Freezer Failures

Several US military bases suffered food spoilage in August after freezers malfunctioned, and a cyberattack is being considered as a possible cause. Investigators, including US Cyber Command, have yet to confirm the technical reason for the failures or name any suspects. Authorities in France are being brought into the probe because comparable incidents hit supermarkets there earlier this month. The Food and Agriculture Information Sharing and Analysis Center has cautioned about weaknesses in food storage systems. The findings of the inquiry remain pending.

Trump and Netanyahu Reportedly Clash Over Iran Strategy in Tense Call

Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly held a difficult phone call focused on Iran and possible military options. The two leaders discussed whether military action could follow the upcoming US midterm elections. Trump reportedly signaled openness to diplomacy, while Netanyahu pressed for immediate strikes on Iran. Diplomatic outreach is ongoing, including a letter from the US Vice President to Iran's national security chief. The divergence highlights differing approaches between Washington and Jerusalem on how to handle Iran.

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