CNBC News On Energy
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Oil ticks lower as Saudi defense minister meets with Iran's president in Tehran to de-escalate
on October 26, 2026 at 6:50 pm
Investors are worried about the vulnerability of Saudi energy infrastructure and the risk of another disruption to production, refining or export facilities.
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Saudi Arabia says it intercepted missiles and drones from Iran-backed Houthis
on October 25, 2026 at 1:41 pm
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted Houthi missiles and drones, while the Houthis claimed attacks on airports and energy sites amid rising regional supply risks.
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Brent crude oil tops $116, a six-month high, as tensions swell in the Middle East
on October 23, 2026 at 7:21 pm
U.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran on Thursday of trying to manipulate the oil market.
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Qatar deal to buy U.S. natural gas shows how Iran war has redrawn global energy markets
on October 23, 2026 at 7:19 pm
The Iran war is transforming global energy markets and benefiting U.S. companies, especially liquefied natural gas exporters.
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Kinder Morgan, Energy Transfer and Williams could benefit from cheap natural gas
on October 23, 2026 at 6:07 pm
Pipeline operators are in a sweet spot as natural gas stays cheap and plentiful, stoking demand.
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Brent crude tops $113, highest level since May, after Trump hints at action on Iran
on October 22, 2026 at 7:19 pm
The Middle East conflict could flare up again as the U.S. reportedly plans to resume strikes against Iran.
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U.S. pulls diplomats from Saudi Arabia as it reportedly readies Iran strikes after midterms
on October 22, 2026 at 4:35 am
The U.S. ordered non-emergency staff out of Saudi Arabia after Houthi strikes on an airport and an oil field, reviving fears of a widening regional conflict.
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How Ukraine’s drone strikes on Russia crippled the world’s second-largest diesel supplier
on October 21, 2026 at 5:27 pm
President Donald Trump has blamed Ukraine for surging diesel prices that are hurting Republicans' election chances with the midterms just two weeks away.
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U.S. eyes refining muscle of Indian billionaire Ambani's Reliance as Rubio visits Jamnagar plant
on October 21, 2026 at 4:47 am
Rubio said the "extraordinary" refining capacity of Reliance could help India diversify its energy supplies, hinting at greater offtake of Venezuelan crude.
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Oil prices fall as traders hope for diplomatic progress in Middle East
on October 20, 2026 at 7:40 pm
Developments in the Middle East remain in focus, with attacks on commercial ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz escalating in recent weeks.
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Google says it can build data centers the right way. Some experts and residents are skeptical
on October 19, 2026 at 9:05 pm
Google says its Minnesota AI data center will add clean energy to the grid and protect ratepayers. Experts question whether grid upgrades are needed.
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Brent oil tops $109 after Houthi militants claim they attacked Saudi airports and Aramco facilities
on October 19, 2026 at 8:30 pm
Crude prices rose Monday as Iran-backed Houthi militants claimed attacks on Saudi Arabia and Ukraine struck oil facilities in Russia.
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Saudi Arabia postpones big investor conference to 2027 as Iran-backed Houthis escalate attacks on kingdom
on October 19, 2026 at 7:37 pm
Iran-backed Houthi militants have launched repeated volleys of missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia since a deadly airport attack earlier this month.
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Iran says it has a 'new operational plan' if the U.S. resumes attacks, as shipping vessels report strikes
on October 18, 2026 at 1:52 pm
Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, said the country's military has prepared a response to any new attacks.
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Brent oil touches $110 as Iran escalates Hormuz attacks, Ukraine vows to hit Russian refineries
on October 16, 2026 at 8:02 pm
U.S. crude oil prices rose sharply Friday as Iran escalated attacks in the Strait of Hormuz this week.
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Trump says he won't use nuclear weapons or send ground troops to Iran
on October 16, 2026 at 9:46 am
Trump said he would not use nuclear weapons against Iran or send ground troops as the U.S. reportedly weighs new strike options.
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Marco Rubio to visit Indian billionaire Ambani's refinery in Gujarat as U.S. diesel prices surge
on October 16, 2026 at 6:45 am
Not only is Ambani's Reliance investing in a U.S. refinery and buying Venezuelan oil, but its strong ability to supply diesel has put Jamnagar on the map during Rubio's visit.
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Brian Sullivan: Why the 'real' price of oil is likely $30-$40 higher than where it is now
on October 15, 2026 at 7:53 pm
Physical oil can cost about $38 a barrel more to deliver, as tanker rates surge.
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U.S. crude oil near $98 as Iran steps up attacks in Strait of Hormuz
on October 15, 2026 at 7:08 pm
Oil fell Thursday, as traders assessed attacks on ships passing through Hormuz, while digesting the International Energy Agency's latest monthly report.
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International Energy Agency to release more than 20 million barrels of diesel as soon as possible
on October 15, 2026 at 4:47 pm
The Trump administration pushed Europe to release diesel stocks as prices in the U.S. surged to record highs in September.
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Container ship sinks in Strait of Hormuz as Iran steps up attacks
on October 15, 2026 at 1:30 pm
Iran has escalated its strikes on commercial ships transiting Hormuz in recent weeks, as it tries to choke off a rebound in crude oil exports.