Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Iran has warned that global crude oil prices could rise to $200 per barrel if the security situation in the region continues to deteriorate. Iran’s military command stated on Wednesday that increasing instability could disrupt oil supplies and severely impact global energy markets. This warning comes as fighting continues between Iran, United States, and Israel, with the conflict now entering its second week. In another major development, Iran reportedly carried out a fresh attack on a oil tanker near Iraq. The tanker was in the sea when it was targeted, triggering a massive fire with huge flames rising from the vessel. Reports suggest that Iran is increasingly focusing on energy infrastructure, including oil tankers, refineries, and fuel storage facilities. Analysts believe this strategy is aimed at disrupting global oil supply chains and increasing pressure on the United States and its allies. Several areas in Iraq, including regions near Erbil, where American military bases and diplomatic facilities are located, have also reportedly come under attack.


