Ruble rises against the dollar, hitting highest level within weeks

Moscow, SANA-The ruble rose against the dollar today for the first time in several weeks, at a time when the Russian currency is receiving a support as oil prices remain at high levels and demand for it increases.

 According to the Moscow Stock Exchange website, the dollar exchange rate fell by 18 kopecks to 54.84 rubles, while the euro exchange rate fell by 39 kopecks to 55.94 rubles.

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