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Oil and natural gas prices soar as Iran attacks Gulf energy facilities. Brent crude nears $114

What happened

Iran has launched attacks on energy facilities in the Gulf region, causing oil and natural gas prices to surge dramatically. Brent crude oil has climbed near $114 per barrel as markets react to the escalating conflict. Iran has also threatened to target ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit route.

Why people care

The Strait of Hormuz handles about 20% of the world's oil traffic, making any disruption there a major threat to global energy supplies. Rising energy costs from this conflict are Water, Bessent Says">already affecting everything from gasoline prices to household energy bills worldwide, with potential ripple effects on food costs and inflation.

The takes

Energy markets say

The attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure represent a significant escalation that threatens global oil supplies. With Iran targeting critical facilities and threatening the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices are reflecting the real risk of major supply disruptions that could affect energy markets for months.

US intelligence says

While Iran's regime remains intact, it has been significantly degraded by the ongoing conflict. Intelligence officials indicate they are still assessing whether Iran posed an imminent threat that justified the current level of military engagement in the region.

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