Oil Prices Climb Amid Reports of Imminent Iran Strike on Israel
Tensions in the Middle East drive oil prices up, despite overall weekly decline.
- Brent crude rose to $74.53 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate reached $71.02, following reports of Iran's planned retaliation against Israel.
- Israeli intelligence suggests Iran may launch an attack from Iraq, escalating regional tensions.
- The oil market's initial reaction reflects fears of potential disruptions to global oil supplies.
- Despite the spike, oil prices are set to end the week lower due to previous declines driven by global oversupply concerns.
- Upcoming decisions by OPEC+ on production levels and the U.S. presidential election could further influence oil market dynamics.