Oil Prices Surge Amid Iran Conflict

Oil prices rose due to Hormuz tanker disruptions from U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran.
U.S. oil prices increased 8% to $72.40 per barrel.
Brent crude rose 8.8% to $79.30 per barrel.
European gas futures jumped 40% after Qatar halted production.
Saudi intercepted Iranian drones at Ras Tanura refinery, which was shut down.
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