Escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and threats around the Strait of Hormuz are lifting geopolitical risk premia in crude, with Brent and WTI pushing higher. Simultaneously, an acute global diesel shortage is signaled by a record U.S. diesel crack spread above $100/bbl and lower global refinery runs, compounded by Russian export restrictions after refinery disruptions. The mix tightens near-term energy supply conditions and elevates volatility across oil products.
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Escalating tensions between the United States and Iran pushed international oil prices higher after Iran said it would adopt a “fully offensive” strategy. Brent crude traded at $91.33 per barrel and WTI at $85.08 per barrel. Tight global diesel supply drove crack spreads above $100 for the first time. The International Energy Agency reported global refinery runs fell by 5 million bpd year on year.