Oil remains beyond $100 per barrel as Middle East supply concerns persist

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As tensions escalate in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices have surged amid fears of potential supply disruptions.

Recent assaults on tankers heighten the danger of transporting crude through this vital corridor.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 02:06:25 UTC.

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