{"id":105662,"date":"2026-03-30T15:14:58","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T10:14:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/?p=105662"},"modified":"2026-03-30T15:14:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T10:14:58","slug":"oil-prices-surge-above-116-as-iran-warns-of-us-invasion-risk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/news\/oil-prices-surge-above-116-as-iran-warns-of-us-invasion-risk\/","title":{"rendered":"Oil prices surge above $116 as Iran warns of US invasion risk"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"596\">Oil prices surge again as global tensions rise in the Middle East. Oil prices surge past $116 per barrel after new warnings from Iran about a possible US invasion.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"758\">Brent crude increased more than 3 percent on Monday morning. It reached its highest level in nearly two weeks, showing strong pressure on global energy markets.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"914\">Iran\u2019s leadership said it is ready for any US military action. Officials warned that any foreign troops entering the country would face a strong response.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"1087\">The situation became more serious over the weekend. Iran-backed groups launched missiles towards Israel, while Israel expanded its military operations in southern Lebanon.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1209\">Global markets reacted quickly. Major Asian stock indexes fell sharply, with heavy losses seen in Japan and South Korea.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1413\">A key reason behind the oil prices surge is disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. This route carries a large share of the world\u2019s oil and gas supplies. Any blockage affects global energy flow immediately.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1564\">Reports suggest that around one-fifth of global oil and LNG supplies have been impacted. This has increased fears of a major energy crisis worldwide.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1704\">Oil prices surge has already pushed fuel costs higher in many countries. Governments are now taking emergency steps to control energy use.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1869\">Experts believe prices may continue to rise if shipping activity does not return to normal. Limited vessel movement in the region is still affecting supply chains.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"2012\">US President Donald Trump warned Iran of serious consequences. He said the US could target Iran\u2019s energy infrastructure if tensions continue.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2172\">However, Iran has rejected US proposals and presented its own conditions for peace. These include compensation for war damages and control over key waterways.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2319\">Market analysts say the full impact of the crisis is still unfolding. They warn that economic data in coming months will reflect the real damage.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2486\">Some progress has been seen as a few international ships are now passing through the strait. Pakistan also confirmed that its vessels have been allowed safe passage.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2618\">Despite this, overall traffic remains far below normal levels. Before the conflict, over 100 ships passed daily through the route.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2762\">The oil prices surge remains a major concern for the global economy. Any further escalation could push prices even higher in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Oil prices surge again as global tensions rise in the Middle East. Oil prices surge past $116 per barrel after new warnings from Iran about a possible US invasion. Brent crude increased more than 3 percent on Monday morning. It reached its highest level in nearly two weeks, showing strong pressure on global energy markets. 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