Crude prices climb over 4% as Middle East tensions, inventory draw fuel supply fears

Oil prices rebounded sharply on Wednesday due to renewed Middle East tensions.

Concerns over global crude supplies and lower US inventories supported the market.

Military developments in the region and air strikes on militant targets heightened worries.

Shipping companies operating in the Gulf remain on alert amid fears of attacks.

Expectations of OPEC+ pausing production increases also lent support to prices. ...