Crude oil prices surged to their highest levels since March 4 due to US military strikes on Yemen's Houthi group. WTI futures rose 1.5% to $68.19 per barrel, while Brent futures increased 1.42% to $71.58. China's retail sales growth and a special plan to boost domestic consumption added to demand optimism. The Houthi group resumed attacks in the Red Sea, prompting US military action. Despite a recent rebound, analysts warn that economic concerns may limit further increases in oil prices, with predictions of oversupply by 2025. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)