Oil Prices Rise Due to Escalating Military Tensions in the Middle East
Oil prices increased as concerns grew over renewed military escalation in the Middle East, following Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate futures both rose, with Brent experiencing a 17.13% weekly gain. The situation has raised fears of a potential resumption of hostilities between the U.S. and Iran.
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