Oil prices experienced an increase of over 2 percent in early trading on Monday, following Israel's announcement of an intensified military operation in Lebanon. This escalation is part of Israel's ongoing conflict with Hezbollah, an Iran-backed armed group, despite a ceasefire that has been effective for more than six weeks. In this context, US crude futures saw a notable rise, reflecting market reactions to the geopolitical tensions in the region.
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