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World Service,23 Jul 2026,26 mins
Yemen's Houthi attacks create more uncertaincy for the oil markets
World Business ReportAvailable for over a year
Oil prices hit $100 a barrel for the first time since May as the escalating conflict in the Middle East reignites fears for global energy supplies. Rising oil prices are impacting many industries including the travel sector. We speak to founder of Omio - one of the world's leading travel tech platforms. And the World Bank estimates Venezuela's earthquakes caused $19.6bn in damage. Where will they get the money to rebuild? (Picture: Wall tiles detached by the earthquake - stock photo. Credit: Getty Images)
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