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Could Iran shake our economy?

As oil prices see-saw amid conflict in the Middle East, Martin Geissler and Natalie Higgins ask what it might mean for drilling in the North Sea.

President Trump has accused both Israel and Iran of violating a ceasefire he helped broker.

As oil prices see-saw, we ask economist Mairi Spowage and energy industry leader David Whitehouse why energy prices matter so much during times of conflict.

Scotcast is the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½â€™s Scottish news podcast, with Martin Geissler, Laura Miller and Natalie Higgins.

This episode includes some strong language.

Get in touch with us by emailing scotcast@bbc.co.uk

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Wed 25 Jun 2025 00:00

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