Crude oil surged after fresh Iranian attacks on Kuwait revived fears of a prolonged Gulf conflict and potential disruptions to oil production and exports. The escalation overshadowed prior signs of de-escalation after Israel said it would not continue strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure, raising short-term volatility and risk premia in energy markets.
Crude oil surged after fresh Iranian attacks on Kuwait revived fears of a prolonged Gulf conflict and potential disruptions to oil production and exports. The escalation overshadowed prior signs of de-escalation after Israel said it would not continue strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure, raising short-term volatility and risk premia in energy markets.
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