Oil prices surged amid escalating tensions in West Asia as Iran intensified attacks on the U.S. and its allies. On Tuesday, Brent crude was up more than 4% to over $81 per barrel in afternoon trade in Asia, as threats to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz heightened fears of supply disruptions. On Tuesday, China, the main buyer of Iranian oil, called on all sides to maintain safety in the Strait of Hormuz and to ensure a stable and smooth energy supply. Analysts warn that prolonged hostilities could lead to an energy crisis, further straining inflation and global supply chains.
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