US-Iran attacks keep oil under pressure; Brent near $97

Brent and WTI prices rose modestly after fresh US-Iran attacks, continuing an established pattern of conflict-driven volatility. The headline says oil 'remains under pressure' despite the uptick, implying prior declines; the market is weighing supply disruption risk against demand concerns. The escalation is confirmed but details of the attacks are unspecified, leaving the scope of impact uncertain.