Brent crude has moved above $101 a barrel for the first time since July as conflicts in the Middle East intensify amid what the report describes as the ongoing US-Israel war involving Iran. The North Sea benchmark traded between $100.45 and $101.95 on September 9, up sharply from about $96.02 in early September. The move reflects heightened concern over potential disruptions to regional supply chains and increased expectations that crude prices could reach record highs amid geopolitical tensions. Market participants are watching OPEC Secretary General Mohammad Sanusi Barkindo and Saudi Minister of Energy Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, along with announcements on oil production and geopolitical stability. Reports on supply disruptions or a resolution in the Middle East could shape expectations for crude prices by the end of the year. The item also promotes live prediction-market analysis powered by Vera and invites readers to sign up.