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Benzinga·Feb 28·Bibhu PattnaikIsraeli Strike Kills Iran's Khamenei, Roiling Oil Markets and Geopolitical RiskIsraeli airstrike kills Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei in Tehran compound. Brent crude at $73/barrel; analysts warn of $80-$100 prices if conflict escalates amid Strait of Hormuz disruption concerns. USDUHBTPFoil pricesIsrael