HOUSTON, Sept 11 : Oil prices fell on Friday but remained on course for a weekly gain of more than 9 per cent, while U.S. diesel prices hit a record high as attacks along Middle East shipping routes stoked concerns about prolonged supply disruptions.Brent crude futures were down $2.46, or 2.29 per cent, at $1

Middle East attacks are straining global oil supplies, pushing fuel costs higher for American drivers and businesses.

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…