The Guardian | Putin's Syria strikes are a long-term play for higher oil prices The Guardian Yes, this is about Russia's international standing, but more importantly it is also a long-term play for higher oil prices and, ultimately, a flow of oil dollars into Russia to strengthen his popularity at home. The international aspect is relatively ... US Oil Prices Hover Around $50 a Barrel Is the oil rally for real? So much for cheaper gas! 3 reasons why oil prices haven't decreased |