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Iran has reportedly launched drone and missile attacks against Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain in response to U.S. strikes. — Direct military escalation involving multiple regional allies increases the risk of a broader conflict and supply disruptions.
+0.80The U.S. claims to have almost total control of the Strait of Hormuz following attacks on the IRGC. — Control over a primary global oil chokepoint creates extreme price volatility and risk premiums for energy markets.
+0.60A tanker was struck by three unknown projectiles while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Monday. — Direct attacks on commercial shipping increase insurance costs and threaten the physical flow of oil.
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Brent crude and WTI futures rose over 2% and 1.73% respectively amid escalating Mideast tensions. — The immediate price increase reflects the market's current pricing of geopolitical risk.
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