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CommoditiesMedium•17 February 2026•

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Oil Prices Rise Amid US-Iran Tensions and OPEC+ Supply Outlook

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Oil prices have climbed as market participants begin pricing in escalation risks across the Middle East. The recent uptick is largely driven by developments in US-Iran nuclear negotiations and Iranian military exercises. Analysts at Commerzbank highlighted that these geopolitical tensions are creating a significant risk premium for crude oil prices. Furthermore, the bank identified OPEC+ production policies as a primary driver for the global supply outlook. Investors remain cautious, fearing that any further instability could lead to disruptions in the global energy supply chain. Consequently, Brent and WTI prices are reflecting the heightened sensitivity to regional political developments and potential supply shocks.