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US-Iran conflict escalates: oil tops $100 after tanker strikes, missile interceptions
FAZ·US · IR · JO·1 day ago
US forces destroyed five Iranian oil tankers in retaliation for two attacks on a US Navy vessel, prompting Iranian missile strikes on Jordan and warnings to shipping in the Persian Gulf. The escalation threatens commodity transport and has pushed WTI above $94. The situation is developing, with potential for further supply disruptions.