Oil prices rise as Middle East tensions stoke supply concerns
Reports that Trump's national security team discussed restarting large-scale U.S. military operations in Iran added to market unease, NBC News reported.
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Oil prices gained as escalating hostilities in the Middle East stoked concerns about potential supply disruptions, according to CNBC.
The move came after NBC News reported that President Donald Trump and his national security team had discussed the possibility of restarting large-scale U.S. military operations in Iran in the coming weeks.
Energy markets have remained sensitive to developments in the region, with any signs of expanded military action tending to raise concerns about potential disruptions to oil supply.
No final decision on renewed military action was reported, and further details on the scope of any potential operations were not included in the available report.
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- Oil gains as Middle East hostilities stoke supply worries — CNBC — Top News
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