Oil Prices Surge as Iran-Israel Conflict Escalates
Written by DJ Sight on March 9, 2026
Iran launched new attacks on Israel and Gulf countries shortly after Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran’s new leader. Oil prices surged and global markets dropped amid fears of rising inflation.
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Saudi Arabia warned Iran it would be the “biggest loser” if attacks continue after a drone strike targeted the Shaybah oil field. Meanwhile, Lebanon postponed elections due to the war, and Israel accused Iran of firing cluster munitions at densely populated areas.
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