Oil rises as U.S. orders diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia amid escalating tensions
Brent crude futures rose $1.29, or 1.2%, to $110.11 a barrel at 00:34 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude gained 97 cents, or 1%, to $98.12.
The Hindu reports: Brent crude futures rose $1.29, or 1.2%, to $110.11 a barrel at 00:34 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude gained 97 cents, or 1%, to $98.12.
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