BusinessPhoto: News18 BusinessOil Prices Rise After US Strike on Iran's Qeshm Island
Oil prices increased in early Asian trading following reports that the US struck Iran's Qeshm Island, raising fears of escalation in the eight-month conflict and potential disruptions to Middle East oil supplies. Brent crude rose 48 cents to $105.25 per barrel, and US West Texas Intermediate crude increased 47 cents to $96.93. The US described the strike as defensive to prevent attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran-US talks to end the conflict continue without breakthrough.
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