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Coverage dated July 29, 2026 to July 31, 2026

Oil is heading for its biggest monthly surge since March as the U.S.-Iran war intensifies

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Brent crude has gained about 20% in July as fighting escalated, shipping chokepoints came under attack, and a brief ceasefire collapsed

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  1. Cheddar

    Oil Surges as U.S.-Iran Conflict Reignites (opens Cheddar)

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    Oil prices are climbing again after renewed strikes between the U.S. and Iran shattered a brief lull in fighting, raising fresh concerns about global energy.

  2. Semafor

    Oil prices hold steady as Iran war expands (opens Semafor)

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    The US and Iran renewed attacks while two vessels were hit in a suspected drone attack in Egypt.

  3. Quartz

    Oil is heading for its biggest monthly surge since March as the U.S.-Iran war intensifies (opens Quartz)

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    Brent crude has gained about 20% in July as fighting escalated, shipping chokepoints came under attack, and a brief ceasefire collapsed