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Story summary
- On March 18, 2026, Iranian drones attacked fuel tanks at Kuwait International Airport, causing a massive fire.
- This incident contributed to a surge in crude oil prices, with U.S. crude rising to $102.92 per barrel.
- The ongoing conflict in the Persian Gulf has disrupted energy supplies, with the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed.
- U.S. President Donald Trump indicated withdrawal from Iran, and Iranian officials demand sovereignty over the Strait to end the war.
