Global crude oil soars more than 9% as Middle East tension deteriorates

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: July 13, 2026Country: Nigeria

Business & EconomyWorld / International

Global crude oil soars more than 9% as Middle East tension deteriorates

Global crude oil prices surged sharply on Monday, with both major international benchmarks posting gains of more than 9 percent as Middle East tension deteriorates.

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