WS #12441
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CENTCOM launches ninth consecutive night of strikes against Iran, including ATACMS from Kuwait; explosions reported in multiple Iranian cities; US embassy in Bahrain warns of potential attacks; oil tops $90/barrel. Oil tops $90/barrel as Middle East fighting escalates, with Brent crossing $90 and WTI near $85, driven by Strait of Hormuz disruptions and refinery shortages.
US-Iran Conflict Escalation
CENTCOM launches ninth consecutive night of strikes against Iran, including ATACMS from Kuwait; explosions reported in multiple Iranian cities; US embassy in Bahrain warns of potential attacks; oil tops $90/barrel.
Oil tops $90/barrel as Middle East fighting escalates, with Brent crossing $90 and WTI near $85, driven by Strait of Hormuz disruptions and refinery shortages.