US State Dept. says Iran and Iran-alligned terrorist militias may be planning to target US-owned oil and energy infrastructure in Iraq; militias have also targeted hotels frequented by US citizens throughout Iraq, including in the Iraqi Kurdistan region

The warning from the US State Department about potential attacks on US-owned oil and energy infrastructure in Iraq indicates heightened geopolitical risk in the region. This could lead to supply disruptions and support for higher oil prices, particularly WTI, as market participants react to increased insecurity surrounding energy assets. Traders should monitor energy-related assets closely, as the risk of escalation may have significant implications for both commodities and regional stability.