Israel's Fight With Iran Spreads to the Energy Sector
Israel and Iran struck at each other's energy facilities over the weekend, a significant escalation that brings the conflict closer to an industry vital to the global economy and markets.
The attacks so far have been limited, but oil prices have risen on the risk of greater damage, and the fighting has affected tanker traffic and supply flows.
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