March 18, 2026
Oil Prices Jump Following Attack on Iranian Gas Field
The attack on Iran’s energy assets sent Brent crude higher in a year that has already seen oil prices rise 80 percent.

TL;DR
- Brent crude prices rose to $109.80 a barrel.
- Airstrikes reportedly hit Iran’s South Pars gas field and facilities in Asaluyeh.
- Benchmark Brent futures have stayed above $100 per barrel for four trading sessions.
- The rise follows a 3 percent increase on Tuesday.
- The attack is the latest disruption to global oil supply.
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