Oil hits 5-month high on Middle East conflict; Russia, Belarus gain, consumers pay

Global oil prices reached a five-month high amid escalating Middle East conflict, benefiting Russia and Belarusian authorities. However, ordinary Belarusians face higher fuel costs, highlighting a divergence between state gains and consumer burden. The trend's sustainability depends on conflict duration and global supply responses.

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