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The U.S. Dollar is trading weaker as geopolitical tensions involving Iran enter their third week, driving energy prices higher and adding uncertainty to global markets. Brent crude oil has climbed above one hundred dollars per barrel following a U.S.-led strike on Iran’s key export hub at Kharg Island, while limited international support to secure the Strait of Hormuz continues to raise concerns about global supply disruptions. Investors are now focused on a major week for central bank policy, highlighted by the Federal Reserve’s decision on Wednesday, where markets expect a twenty five basis points interest rate cut but see little chance of additional easing later this year.