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Oil prices declined after closing sharply higher on Monday, as traders continue to assess the risk of immediate supply disruptions amid renewed tensions between the United States and Iran.

Futures for international benchmark Brent

crude for July delivery slid 0.60% to $113.77 per barrel Tuesday, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate

futures lost 1.35% to $105.06 per barrel. Brent and WTI settled 6% and 4% higher, respectively on Monday.