London, Oct 8, 2026 (AFP) - Oil prices soar 5% on reports US could launch new Iran attacks

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2026-10-08

Oil prices soared more than five percent Thursday following reports that the United States could launch fresh attacks on Iran before next month's midterm elections, risking further supply disruptions. International benchmark Brent North Sea crude rallied to $105.46 per barrel and the main US contract, West Texas Intermediate, was up to $92.82 per barrel. pml-bcp/rh ...

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