Why Middle East tensions are pushing oil prices above $100

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: September 14, 2026Country: Iran

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Why Middle East tensions are pushing oil prices above $100

Brent crude has risen above $100 a barrel due to the war in Iran disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Additionally, the Houthis' capture of Mayun Island raises concerns over another major oil route through the Bab al-Mandeb. These events are exacerbating geopolitical tensions in the region.

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