Oil ends week higher on renewed US-Iran strikes, diesel hits record

Oil prices have surged dramatically this week amidst escalating military tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Record-high retail diesel prices in the U.S. are fueling global inflation concerns. Supply chain disruptions in the Middle East are dealing a blow to crude oil futures. Analysts warn of potential further increases if the conflict deepens. Additionally, positive U.S. employment figures could encourage the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates soon.

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