By Boluwatife Oshadiya | March 3, 2026 Key Points Main Story Brent crude surged to $80 per barrel on Tuesday as escalating tensions in the Middle East heightened fears of supply disruptions and rattled global energy markets. The international benchmark gained 2.1% from its previous close of $78.15 to trade at approximately $80 per barrel. … Continue reading Brent Crude hits $80 as middle east tensions escalate