Brent crude futures rose 2 percent to $117.14 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 1.9 percent to $103.94 on fears of renewed U.S. attacks on and escalating tensions in the region. Both crude oils were going to post monthly gains for the fourth month in a row, with Brent expected to rise by about 13% and US crude oil by about 15% during October.

Brent crude futures rose 2 percent to $117.14 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 1.9 percent to $103.94 on fears of renewed U.S. attacks on and escalating tensions in the region. Both crude oils were going to post monthly gains for the fourth month in a row, with Brent expected to rise by about 13% and US crude oil by about 15% during October.