Oil Prices Rise Pre-Nuclear Summit Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Crude oil prices climbed on February 11, 2026, as traders priced in heightened geopolitical risk ahead of the February 13–17, 2026, Nuclear Security Summit in Vienna. Brent crude futures added $1.20 to $43.70 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate gained $1.10 to $40.30 per barrel. The rally reflects growing concern over supply disruptions in the Middle East, with analysts noting that the summit could exacerbate regional tensions.