--- title: "Oil prices hit 6-month high amid Middle East tensions" description: "Most outlets led with the rise in oil prices, noting that Brent crude reached a 6-month high above $116 per barrel, driven by Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia and resulting supply concerns. Several also mentioned the increase in West Texas Intermediate prices, though this was less emphasized. The Business Recorder and BOL News highlighted the specific price levels and the ongoing Middle East conflict, while the Daily Times and Minute Mirror focused more broadly on the surge and its connection to regional tensions. Geo News included illustrative context and specific percentages for both Brent and WTI." url: https://harzaviya.com/stories/15579-oil-rises-on-middle-east-supply-worries site: HarZaviya language: en --- # Oil prices hit 6-month high amid Middle East tensions business · updated 24 Oct 2026, 7:47 PM PKT · 21–24 Oct 2026 · 35 articles from 14 outlets over 4 developments ## How it developed Newest development first. Each carries its own coverage and, where we have one, our summary of it. ### 24 Oct 2026 — Oil prices hit 6-month high amid Middle East tensions (6 outlets) > Most outlets led with the rise in oil prices, noting that Brent crude reached a 6-month high above $116 per barrel, driven by Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia and resulting supply concerns. Several also mentioned the increase in West Texas Intermediate prices, though this was less emphasized. The Business Recorder and BOL News highlighted the specific price levels and the ongoing Middle East conflict, while the Daily Times and Minute Mirror focused more broadly on the surge and its connection to regional tensions. Geo News included illustrative context and specific percentages for both Brent and WTI. - **BOL News** — [Oil prices surge as Middle East conflict threatens global supplies](https://www.bolnews.com/business/oil-prices-surge-as-middle-east-conflict-threatens-global-supplies) · 24 Oct 2026, 7:47 PM PKT > Brent crude surges 3.8% to $117.45 per barrel in New York trading. Middle East conflict concerns drive global oil price hike. - **Minute Mirror** — [Oil prices surge as Middle East tensions raise supply concerns](https://minutemirror.com.pk/oil-prices-surge-as-middle-east-tensions-raise-supply-concerns-650223/) · 24 Oct 2026, 2:34 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing > Oil prices climbed sharply on Friday, with Brent crude reaching its highest settlement in nearly six months as - **ARY News (English)** — [Oil prices jump $3 on Houthi attacks, oil spill, highest settlement since April](https://arynews.tv/oil-prices-jump-3-on-houthi-attacks-oil-spill-highest-settlement-since-april) · 24 Oct 2026, 11:17 AM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing - **Daily Times** — [Brent crude hits 6-month high above $116 per barrel as Houthi strikes fuel supply fears](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1571664/brent-crude-hits-6-month-high-above-116-per-barrel-as-houthi-strikes-fuel-supply-fears/) · 24 Oct 2026, 10:28 AM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > Global oil prices surged over three percent on Friday as Brent crude reached its highest level in nearly six months. The sharp rally followed fresh Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabian infrastructure alongside a newly reported oil spill in the United Arab Emirates. Brent crude futures jumped $3.55 to settle at $116.72 per barrel, marking its […] - **Geo News** — [Brent crude hits 6-month high above $116 per barrel as Houthi strikes fuel supply fears](https://www.geo.tv/latest/688036-brent-hits-six-month-high-above-116-as-houthi-attacks-stoke-supply-fears) · 24 Oct 2026, 7:23 AM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing > Rising stock graph and 3D printed oil barrels miniature are seen in this illustration taken June 23, 2025.— Reuters US West Texas Intermediate rises 3.8% to $103.27 a barrel.Brent rises 6%, while West Texas Intermediate advances 2.3%.UAE reports oil spill, adding to... - **Business Recorder** — [Oil hits USD116 mark as ME conflict rages on](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40445717/oil-hits-usd116-mark-as-me-conflict-rages-on) · 24 Oct 2026, 5:32 AM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing > NEW YORK: Oil prices settled more than USD3 higher on Friday, their highest in nearly six months after Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia stoked concerns over further disruption to energy supplies from the Middle East, where UAE authorities also reported an oil spill. Brent crude futures settled at USD116.72 a barrel, up USD3.55 or 3.14 percent, their highest since April 29. US West Texas Intermedi... ### 23 Oct 2026 — Oil prices fluctuate amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabian infrastructure (12 outlets) > Most outlets reported that oil prices either rose or remained steady amid concerns over energy supply disruptions caused by Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia. Several emphasized a 4% increase to a five-month high in the previous session, while others noted little change in early Asian trade. A few highlighted a specific rise in Brent crude to over $113 or $114 per barrel. The framing of the price movement varied — some described prices as "little changed," while others led with "oil prices rise." The cause was consistently attributed to supply concerns following the attacks, though the emphasis on the timing (previous session vs. current trade) and the specific price figures differed slightly across the coverage. - Brent: $113.75 (+$1.40) for 23 Oct 2026 — 8 of 12 outlets published this figure — three agreed, five differed - WTI: $98.12 for 23 Oct 2026 — 3 of 12 outlets published this figure — two agreed, one differed Figures as reported by Pakistani outlets. HarZaviya is not a price source. - **Dawn** — [Brent crude hits more than five-month high on concern over Middle East escalation](https://www.dawn.com/news/2039269/brent-crude-hits-more-than-five-month-high-on-concern-over-middle-east-escalation) · 23 Oct 2026, 5:41 PM PKT > Oil prices rose on Friday, with Brent crude touching a more than five-month high, after Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia stoked concern over further disruption to energy supplies from the Middle East. Brent crude futures gained $1.40, or 1.2 per cent, to $114.57 a barrel by 1138 GMT (4:38pm PKT), having earlier reached $115 for the highest level since May 4. US West Texas Intermediate crude gaine... - **Minute Mirror** — [Brent crude climbs above $114 amid Middle East tensions](https://minutemirror.com.pk/brent-crude-climbs-above-114-amid-middle-east-tensions-649835/) · 23 Oct 2026, 5:15 PM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing > Global oil prices surged on Friday, with Brent crude reaching its highest level in more than five months as escalating - **Abb Takk News** — [Oil prices climb as Houthi attacks fuel Middle East supply fears](https://abbtakk.tv/oil-prices-climb-as-houthi-attacks-fuel-middle-east-supply-fears/) · 23 Oct 2026, 3:43 PM PKT · 89% identical wording to the newest filing > WEB DESK: Oil prices rose on Friday as Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia heightened concerns over potential disruptions to energy supplies from the Middle East. Brent crude futures gained 58 cents, or 0.5%, to reach $113.75 a barrel by 0439 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude advanced 66... - **Daily Times** — [Oil prices rise as supply concerns linger amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1571154/oil-prices-rise-as-supply-concerns-linger-amid-houthi-attacks-on-saudi-arabia/) · 23 Oct 2026, 11:56 AM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > Global oil prices rose on Friday following recent Houthi attacks against key Saudi Arabian infrastructure, sparking widespread supply disruption fears. Brent crude futures increased by 58 cents to reach $113.75 per barrel during early international trading sessions. Similarly, US West Texas Intermediate crude futures climbed 66 cents to settle at $100.13 per barrel. Consequently, Brent […] - **ARY News (English)** — [Oil prices rise as supply concerns linger amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia](https://arynews.tv/oil-prices-rise-as-supply-concerns-linger-amid-houthi-attacks-on-saudi-arabia) · 23 Oct 2026, 11:18 AM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing > Brent crude futures climbed 58 cents, or 0.5%, to $113.75 ‌a barrel as of 0439 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures rose... - **Profit** — [Oil prices hit five-month high as Houthi attacks raise Middle East supply concerns](https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/10/23/oil-prices-hit-five-month-high-as-houthi-attacks-raise-middle-east-supply-concerns) · 23 Oct 2026, 10:51 AM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing > Brent crude rises 4% to $113.17 per barrel, while US oil settles at $99.47 as attacks on Saudi infrastructure and shipping routes heighten supply risks - **24 News HD** — [Oil prices rise as Middle East supply concerns linger](https://www.24newshd.tv/23-Oct-2026/oil-prices-rise-middle-east-supply-concerns-linger) · 23 Oct 2026, 10:51 AM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing > Crude oil prices rose on Friday after Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia stoked concerns of further disruption to energy supplies from ​the Middle East. - **Aaj News (English)** — [Oil little changed as supply concern lingers amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330477630/oil-little-changed-as-supply-concern-lingers-amid-houthi-attacks-on-saudi-arabia) · 23 Oct 2026, 9:52 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > Oil prices were little changed in early Asian trade on Friday, after rising 4% to a five-month high in the previous session due ​to concerns of further energy supply disruption after Houthi attacks ‌on top exporter Saudi Arabia. Brent crude futures was down 21 cents, or 0.2%, at $112.96 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude was down ​27 cents, or 0.3%, at $98.12. Every week, WTI was ... - **Dunya News** — [Oil little changed as supply concern lingers amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Business/979176-oil-little-changed-as-supply-concern-lingers-amid-houthi-attacks-on-sa) · 23 Oct 2026, 8:35 AM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Oil prices held steady after surging to a five-month high, as Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and Libyan production cuts heightened concerns over global supply disruptions. - **Business Recorder** — [Oil little changed as supply concern lingers amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40445578/oil-little-changed-as-supply-concern-lingers-amid-houthi-attacks-on-saudi-arabia) · 23 Oct 2026, 7:37 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > Oil prices were little changed in early Asian trade on Friday, after rising 4% to a five-month high in the previous session due ​to concern of further energy supply disruption after Houthi attacks ‌on top exporter Saudi Arabia. Brent crude futures was down 21 cents, or 0.2%, at $112.96 a barrel as of 0030 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude was down ​27 cents, or 0.3%, at $98.12. On a w... - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Oil little changed as supply concern lingers amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia](https://www.arabnews.pk/business/oil-little-changed-as-supply-concern-lingers-amid-houthi-attacks-on-saudi-arabia-3005013) · 23 Oct 2026, 6:46 AM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing - **The Express Tribune** — [Oil little changed as supply concern lingers amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2636462/oil-little-changed-as-supply-concern-lingers-amid-houthi-attacks-on-saudi-arabia) · 23 Oct 2026, 5:15 AM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing > Brent crude futures are down 21 cents, or 0.2%, at $112.96 a barrel ### 22 Oct 2026 — Oil prices rise as Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia prompt US diplomatic move (8 outlets) > Most outlets led with the increase in oil prices and the US decision to order non-essential diplomats and their families to leave Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks. While the Express Tribune and 24 News HD framed the US move as a response to "escalating tensions," others like Profit and Abb Takk News directly linked the price rise to the Houthi attacks and fears of regional conflict. Minute Mirror highlighted the price reaching a high since May, while Aaj News and Business Recorder included the specific price movements and the drone intercept incident, though the latter cut off mid-sentence. - Brent: $110.11 (+$1.29) for 22 Oct 2026 — 4 of 8 outlets published this figure — three agreed, one differed Figures as reported by Pakistani outlets. HarZaviya is not a price source. - **Abb Takk News** — [Prices climb above $110 as attacks on Saudi Arabia intensify](https://abbtakk.tv/prices-climb-above-110-as-attacks-on-saudi-arabia-intensify/) · 22 Oct 2026, 4:27 PM PKT > WEB DESK: Oil prices advanced on Thursday, with Brent crude futures rising above $110 per barrel as fresh attacks on Saudi Arabia heightened concerns over regional security and potential disruptions to energy supplies. The worsening situation also prompted Washington to order non-essential diplomatic staff and their families to leave the... - **Minute Mirror** — [Oil prices hit highest since may amid Houthi attac...](https://minutemirror.com.pk/oil-prices-hit-highest-since-may-amid-houthi-attacks-649210/) · 22 Oct 2026, 3:50 PM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > Brent crude prices climbed to their highest level since May on Thursday as Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia heightened fears of a wider regional conflict and further disruptions to global oil supplies. - **Dunya News** — [Oil jumps $2 on escalating Middle East tension](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Business/979048-oil-jumps-2-on-escalating-middle-east-tension) · 22 Oct 2026, 2:31 PM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > Oil prices surged over $2 a barrel as Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia raised supply concerns, with Brent topping $111 amid escalating regional tensions and disruptions. - **Profit** — [Oil prices jump over $2 as Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia heighten Middle East tensions](https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/10/22/oil-prices-jump-over-dollar2-as-houthi-attacks-in-saudi-arabia-heighten-middle-east-tensions) · 22 Oct 2026, 1:40 PM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > Brent crude rises 2.59% to $111.64 per barrel, while US WTI gains 2.31% to $99.39 amid concerns over further disruptions to regional oil supplies - **24 News HD** — [Oil prices rise after new attacks on Saudi Arabia](https://www.24newshd.tv/22-Oct-2026/oil-prices-rise-new-attacks-saudi-arabia) · 22 Oct 2026, 8:44 AM PKT · 88% identical wording to the newest filing > Oil prices rose on Thursday, with Brent crude climbing above $110 a barrel as escalating attacks on Saudi Arabia prompted the United States to order non-essential diplomatic personnel and their families to leave the kingdom. - **Aaj News (English)** — [Oil rises as US orders diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia amid escalating tensions](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330477470/oil-rises-as-us-orders-diplomats-to-leave-saudi-arabia-amid-escalating-tensions) · 22 Oct 2026, 8:41 AM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Oil prices rose on Thursday as more attacks by the Houthis in Saudi ‌Arabia prompted the United States to order some diplomats and family members to leave its missions in the Kingdom. Brent crude futures rose $1.29, or 1.2%, to $110.11 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude gained 97 cents, or 1%, to $98.12. Brent had settled largely ​unchanged on Wednesday, while WTI had eased 67 cen... - **Business Recorder** — [Oil rises as US orders diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia amid escalating tensions](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40445404/oil-rises-as-us-orders-diplomats-to-leave-saudi-arabia-amid-escalating-tensions) · 22 Oct 2026, 7:40 AM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing > Oil prices rose on Thursday as more attacks by the Houthis in Saudi ‌Arabia prompted the United States to order some diplomats and family members to leave its missions in the Kingdom. Two killed after drone intercepted near Saudi Aramco’s Shaybah oilfield; injured includes one Pakistani Brent crude futures rose $1.29, or 1.2%, to $110.11 a barrel at 00:34 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate c... - **The Express Tribune** — [Oil rises as US orders diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia amid escalating tensions](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2636272/oil-rises-as-us-orders-diplomats-to-leave-saudi-arabia-amid-escalating-tensions) · 22 Oct 2026, 5:15 AM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing > Brent crude futures rise $1.29, or 1.2%, to $110.11 a barrel ### 21 Oct 2026 — Oil prices rise amid Middle East supply concerns and US inventory drawdowns (6 outlets) > Most outlets led with the increase in oil prices driven by Middle East supply risks and tensions, with some also noting the impact of declining US crude inventories. While the specific price changes and percentages varied slightly across excerpts, the emphasis on Middle East-related disruptions was consistent. A few outlets, such as the Express Tribune and ARY News, explicitly mentioned both the Middle East tensions and the US inventory drawdowns as contributing factors, while others like 24 News HD and Business Recorder focused more narrowly on regional supply worries. - Brent: $110.40 (+$1.59) for 21 Oct 2026 — 5 of 6 outlets published this figure — two agreed, three differed Figures as reported by Pakistani outlets. HarZaviya is not a price source. - **Profit** — [Oil prices rise over $1 as Middle East tensions fuel supply concerns](https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/10/21/oil-prices-rise-over-dollar1-as-middle-east-tensions-fuel-supply-concerns) · 21 Oct 2026, 1:51 PM PKT > Brent crude climbs 1.5% to $110.40 per barrel and US WTI reaches $99.27 as attacks on oil infrastructure and shipping routes raise supply risks; US crude inventories fall by 4.9 million barrels - **ARY News (English)** — [Oil rises on Middle East supply fears, US inventory drawdowns](https://arynews.tv/oil-rises-on-middle-east-supply-fears-us-inventory-drawdowns) · 21 Oct 2026, 12:35 PM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > Brent crude futures rose $1.61, or 1.5%, to $110.40 per barrel as of 0630 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) ​crude gained $1.45... - **Aaj News (English)** — [Oil prices rise over 1% as Middle East tensions stoke supply fears](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330477349/oil-prices-rise-over-1-as-middle-east-tensions-stoke-supply-fears) · 21 Oct 2026, 11:51 AM PKT · 92% identical wording to the newest filing > Oil prices gained over $1 on Wednesday as escalating Middle East tensions fuelled fears of supply disruptions, while falling US crude and product inventories lent support to the market. Brent crude futures rose $1.59, or 1.5%, to $110.38 per barrel as of 0350 GMT. US West ​Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained $1.36, or 1.4%, to $99.18 per barrel. Prices fell in the previous trading session aft... - **24 News HD** — [Oil prices rise on Middle East supply risks](https://www.24newshd.tv/21-Oct-2026/oil-prices-rise-middle-east-supply-risks) · 21 Oct 2026, 11:26 AM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing > Crude oil prices climbed on Wednesday as concerns over Middle East supply disruptions kept markets on edge. - **Business Recorder** — [Oil rises on Middle East supply worries](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40445237/oil-rises-on-middle-east-supply-worries) · 21 Oct 2026, 7:38 AM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing > BEIJING: Oil prices edged higher on Wednesday on Middle East supply concerns, with traders wary of Red Sea shipping risks and threats to oil infrastructure in ​Saudi Arabia. Brent crude futures rose 85 cents, or 0.78%, to $109.64 per barrel ‌as of 0022 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose 76 cents, or 0.78%, to $98.58 per barrel. A supertanker caught fire after striking a sea mine s... - **The Express Tribune** — [Oil rises on Middle East supply fears, US inventory drawdowns](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2636070/oil-rises-on-middle-east-supply-fears-us-inventory-drawdowns) · 21 Oct 2026, 5:09 AM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > Brent crude futures rise $1.59, or 1.5%, to $110.38 per barrel ## Part of a bigger story Other stories whose coverage resembles this one, nearest first. 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