Economy

Oil Prices Soar Following Ship Explosions in the Strait of Hormuz

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Global oil prices continue to rise after several oil tankers were struck by sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz.

Global oil prices continued to rise following reports of naval mine explosions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Several oil tankers were struck by sea mines inside the Strait of Hormuz.
The price of Brent crude for November delivery rose by $1.20 to reach $116.80 per barrel.
The price of U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude increased by $1.37 to reach $103.37 per barrel.
Since the beginning of October, Brent crude prices have increased by nearly 11 percent.
U.S. crude prices have risen by approximately 14 percent since early October.
Vessel attacks in the Strait of Hormuz have created significant concerns regarding oil supply.