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Middle East Conflict Drives Oil Prices Over $100

3/11/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The ongoing war in the Middle East has pushed oil prices above $100 a barrel and left global markets volatile amid fears of a prolonged conflict.
South Korea capped fuel prices for the first time in 30 years.
India suspended gas-based cremations.
Pakistan plans a 20% increase in gasoline prices.
Israel targeted Iranian oil depots.

History

Historical Context

The 1973 Oil Crisis began when the Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC) imposed an embargo against nations supporting Israel during the Yom Kippur War, causing oil prices to quadruple from $3 to nearly $12 per barrel. This crisis marked a significant shift in global energy dynamics, leading to economic recession and prompting nations to reconsider energy policies, a trend echoed in today's rising oil prices.

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Story summary

The ongoing war in the Middle East has pushed oil prices above $100 a barrel and left global markets volatile amid fears of a prolonged conflict.
South Korea capped fuel prices for the first time in 30 years.
India suspended gas-based cremations.
Pakistan plans a 20% increase in gasoline prices.
Israel targeted Iranian oil depots.

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