Oil Prices Surge as Gulf Tensions Escalate | Calgary News

Iran’s surprise attack on ten ships near the Strait of Hormuz sparks a dangerous escalation with the U.S., as both sides exchange blows — including missile strikes on a Jordanian base and U.S. sinking of Iranian tankers — sending oil prices soaring past $100 a barrel and fueling global economic anxiety, especially ahead of U.S. midterm elections. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9e083a19bb56a0f4