Oil market gripped by record volatility and speculation since start of Middle East war
- Posted on March 26, 2026
- By Le Monde
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Oil market gripped by record volatility and speculation since start of Middle East war

Brent crude and diesel prices have surged since the start of the US-Israeli military intervention in Iran. Behind the scenes, major trading firms and oil giants have monitored every move of oil tankers and watched closely for any drone attack.