The conflict in the Middle East just gets better and better for Vladimir Putin. It's brought a spike in oil prices, a chance to play peacemaker, and now the easing of US sanctions on Russian oil. This latest development marks a stunning reversal of policy from the Trump administration, and a major coup for the Kremlin. Iran war latest: Explosion reported near Tehran march Scott Bessent, the US treasury secretary, has played down the significance of any financial benefits for Moscow, stressing