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Placing sanctions on Iran is good for the planet, since it reduces oil production (Iran's oil exports are down 70% since 2017).

Keeping the price of oil high will encourage the transition to EVs.

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I think we both know the sanctions are not for the benefit of the planet. Also, real people suffer because of the sanctions, and you really shouldn't get to call the shots on who that is.

That would be fine if Saudi didn't just increase production to match...

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