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U.S. Extends Pause on Strikes Against Iranian Energy Sites to April 6 as Oil Climbs, Stocks Slip

The White House prolonged its halt on targeting Iran’s energy infrastructure until April 6, aiming to contain escalation risk. Oil prices firmed and major U.S. stock benchmarks weakened as investors recalibrated for geopolitics, inflation, and rates.