伊以大战不停，全球石油主航道又成了“风暴眼”

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the significant rise in international oil prices due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the conflict between Israel and Iran, which has led to fears of supply disruptions [1][3][6] - On June 13, oil prices surged over 10% in a single day, with New York crude oil reaching a peak of $77.62 per barrel and Brent crude hitting $78.5, marking the largest intraday increase since the onset of the Russia-Ukraine conflict in February 2022 [1][3] - Analysts from Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo suggest that the current spike in oil prices is driven more by panic rather than actual supply-demand changes, predicting that prices will likely fall back below $60 per barrel later this year and potentially drop to $56 or lower early next year [3][4] Group 2 - Concerns are particularly focused on the Strait of Hormuz, which is crucial for global oil supply, accounting for approximately 20% to 25% of oil and one-third of liquefied natural gas production [4][6] - The potential for Iran to block the Strait of Hormuz has raised alarms, as the narrow waterway is easily controlled by Iran, and any disruption could lead to a significant change in global oil supply dynamics [6][8] - Shipping companies are already reacting to the heightened risks, with the largest publicly listed tanker company refusing to sign new contracts for vessels passing through the Strait, indicating a shift towards more cautious maritime operations in the region [6][8]