Oil Prices Rise on Middle East Supply Risks

Oil prices climbed to multi-week highs as escalating tensions in the Middle East raised concerns over potential crude supply disruptions. Analysts noted that ongoing hostilities could constrain Persian Gulf shipments through next year.

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Brent Crude Oil futures rose $1.25, or 1.3%, to $98.25 a barrel during Tuesday morning trade as supply concerns deepened. Prices climbed to multi-week highs following military escalations between the United States and Iran. The rally follows recent attacks on oil export infrastructure in the region.

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