Middle East War: Iran rejects US terms as tanker explodes near Hormuz
Oil prices rise above $109 as supply fears grow Oil prices rose on Wednesday amid renewed concerns over Middle East supply disruptions. Brent crude gained 0.78 per cent to $109.64 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate climbed to $98.58 in early trading. Threats to Saudi oil facilities and shipping risks near the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea continued to unsettle markets, Reuters reported.…
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