
Oil Prices Rise as US Orders Diplomats to Leave Saudi Arabia
Brent and WTI crude climbed amid heightened Houthi attacks, prompting Washington to evacuate personnel from its missions in the Kingdom.
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Brent and WTI crude climbed amid heightened Houthi attacks, prompting Washington to evacuate personnel from its missions in the Kingdom.

Brent and WTI crude climbed late Wednesday as traders weighed the impact of Yemen’s Houthi strikes on Saudi oil infrastructure and the possibility of increased Russian diesel exports.

Brent and WTI rose modestly on Friday after China imposed a temporary ban on refined product exports, while the U.S. increased troop and carrier deployments to the Gulf, stoking concerns over global fuel supply.

Brent and WTI futures fell to under $100 a barrel amid Saudi Arabia’s pipeline restart and growing optimism over diplomatic talks in New York.

Brent and WTI futures climbed more than 2% on Monday as new Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia and an Iranian strike in the Gulf raised fears of supply disruptions.

The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers says the surge in global oil prices could raise pump prices from September 16, putting extra strain on commuters and consumers.

Brent crude edges past the $99‑barrel threshold after renewed attacks in the region, sending markets wary of further disruptions.

Brent and WTI crude climbed as tit‑for‑tat attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz triggered fears of a prolonged Middle East supply disruption.

Gavor secured 647 votes to become the National Democratic Congress’ new constituency chairman, defeating three rivals in a tightly contested election.

Deputy Ranking Member Akwasi Konadu criticises the board’s strategy, arguing it prioritises output over environmental safeguards.

Six former students of the Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School dominated the university‑level final, with AGCM‑KNUST claiming the title and two other teams featuring PRESEC graduates.

The Ghana Tennis Federation praised the men’s and women’s wheelchair tennis finalists for their skill and resilience, urging greater support for the sport’s growth.

Three students topped the grand finale in Accra, earning scholarships and laptops for their outstanding reading and comprehension skills.

Nelson Kofi Poku called on parents and teachers to push pupils into competitions and public events to unlock talent and future opportunities.
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