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Reported Attack on Iran's Kharg Island Causes WTI to Surge Over 2%

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Published Apr 7, 2026 10:17 PM ・ Updated Jun 19, 2026 8:31 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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Following reports of an attack on Iran's Kharg Island, crude oil prices surged, with WTI rising over 2% and Brent crude also seeing an increase.

Following reports of an attack on Iran's Kharg Island, crude oil prices surged, with WTI rising over 2% and Brent crude also seeing an increase.

PRIMARY SOURCE CNA (Central News Agency) View source Distributor: CNA (Central News Agency)
Published: Apr 7, 2026

According to Agence France-Presse, crude oil prices for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) with May delivery rose 2.1% to $114.71 per barrel.

International benchmark North Sea Brent crude for June delivery increased by 0.4% to $110.22 per barrel. (Compiled by He Hongru) 1150407

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Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
Category: Event

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Announced　Apr 7, 2026 10:17 PM — Distributor CNA (Central News Agency)
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FAQ

What reported event caused West Texas Intermediate (WTI) to surge by more than two percent?

A reported attack on Iran's Kharg Island was the cause of the surge in West Texas Intermediate.

By how much did the crude oil prices for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) with May delivery rise?

The prices for West Texas Intermediate with May delivery rose by 2.1% to reach $114.71 per barrel.

According to the article, what organization reported the information regarding crude oil prices?

According to the article, Agence France-Presse reported the information about crude oil prices.

What was the increase and final price for the international benchmark North Sea Brent crude?

The price for North Sea Brent crude for June delivery increased by 0.4% to $110.22 per barrel.

Who was credited with compiling the report about the crude oil price increases in the text?

The compilation of the report about the crude oil price changes was done by He Hongru.

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