Brent crude price slips near $71 as Iran talks and Trump tariffs keep traders on edge
London, Feb 23, 2026, 19:49 GMT — Regular session. Brent crude slipped 37 cents, or 0.52%, to $71.39 a barrel as of 1744 GMT on Monday, backing off after reaching its highest level since July 2025. U.S. WTI dropped 27 cents, or 0.41%, settling at $66.21.