Escalating Israel-Iran conflict could disrupt oil trade and shake markets, analysts say.

The reaction in Middle East stock markets suggested investors were assuming a benign scenario, even as Iran intensified its missile attacks on Israel.

Oil markets are entering a new phase of uncertainty after the U.S. entered the war between Iran and Israel, said industry watchers.

Escalating Israel-Iran conflict could disrupt oil trade and shake markets, analysts say.

About 20 million barrels of oil a day flow through the Strait of Hormuz, or the equivalent of 20% of global petroleum liquids consumption.

Investors are unconcerned about major oil disruptions, reasoning that Iran is unlikely to close the Strait of Hormuz and harm its own economy.