Would a pumping problem or a transportation problem for the oil-producing countries in the Middle East, benefit the oil industries in USA and Russia. Probably very much so!
There are a lot in common, for parties that are fierce enemies on the surface.
Situations that are heading in a panic direction push interests together and spark intended “black swans”. For those (countries, institutions and individuals) who also have a lot of gold investments, this could be an interesting thought.
There are a lot of big companies that have done a lot of murky things in the past that not goes along with the countries interests in which they are situated.
Are there local parties to blame for such an event… oh yes.
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