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Oil Prices Rise as Israel Expands Lebanon Offensive

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Oil prices climbed in early Asian trading on Monday as Israeli troops moved further into Lebanon over the weekend, adding fuel to fears that the broader Middle East conflict is moving toward escalation rather than a peace deal.  At the time of writing, West Texas Intermediate crude was up 2.88% at $89.88 per barrel, while Brent crude had risen 2.43% to trade at $93.33 per barrel. The latest escalation in the regional conflict came after Israeli …

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The expansion of Israeli operations in Lebanon has reignited concerns about the Middle East, driving oil higher and adding to uncertainty around the US-Iran ceasefire.

Oil prices jumped at the start of the new week as Israel ordered troops to push deeper into Lebanon, raising concerns that clashes with Hezbollah could threaten a fragile truce between Washington and Tehran.

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Oil Price broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
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