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Israel, Iran, U.S. Attacks - Africa Braces for Fuel Hikes

The ongoing U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran have African governments working on measures to shield their countries from economic shocks, especially rising fuel prices. Leaders have also warned of accompanying increases in import costs, as well as the impact of possible disruptions in vital shipping lanes such as the Strait of Hormuz and Bab El Mandeb on the movement of trade and supplies.

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