Oil prices rise after US, Iran threaten to hit energy targets in the Middle East

Group 1 - Oil prices increased due to threats from U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran to target energy facilities in the Middle East, escalating tensions in the region [1] - Brent crude futures rose by $1.01, or 0.90%, reaching $113.20 per barrel, marking the highest settlement since July 2022 [2] - U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was priced at $98.85 per barrel, up 62 cents, or 0.63%, following a previous gain of 2.27% [2]