Oil prices surged over 2% as Israel advanced troops into Lebanon. This escalation follows peace talks and weakens hopes for a U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension. Crude futures saw significant gains. The conflict, a spillover from the Iran war, has impacted global oil flows. Analysts suggest a prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure could tighten supplies further.

BEIJING, June 1 : Oil prices rose more than 2 per cent in early trading on Monday after Israel ordered troops to move further into Lebanon in the battle with the Iranian-backed…

Oil prices surged over 2% as Israel intensified operations in Lebanon, raising fears of supply disruptions and renewed risks in the Strait of Hormuz.