Oil prices have surged towards $100 a barrel due to rising tensions in the Middle East, where recent attacks have threatened shipping routes. The seizure of a Yemeni port by Iran-aligned Houthis raises concerns about Red Sea traffic and the critical Strait of Hormuz. Analysts warn that if threats escalate, oil prices could spike to $120 a barrel, indicating sustained high costs as shipping remains uncertain.

Oil prices soared on Tuesday due to escalating fears surrounding conflicts in the Middle East. Iran's threats of retaliation have raised alarms over potential disruptions in crude…

Brent crude moved closer to $100 as renewed U.S.-Iran tensions and threats to Gulf shipping raised fears of prolonged oil supply disruptions.

Iranian retaliation and Yemeni militia group's attacks in Saudi Arabia heighten concerns

Oil prices are inching closer to the $100 mark as shipping routes come under rising attack. The Houthi grip on Yemen's Mocha port poses risks to Red Sea transport, while tankers…