Oil prices hold steady amid heightened geopolitical sanctions tensions

WTI crude traded around $60.25 per barrel after volatile sessions driven by renewed U.S. sanctions and shifting global supply expectations. Brent crude stabilized, while gold advanced above $4,000 per ounce on safe-haven demand following the Fed’s rate decision. Commodity analysts said steady oil reflects market caution and balanced supply-demand conditions. Broader sentiment remains sensitive to policy announcements and Middle East developments. Traders anticipate near-term consolidation before further direction from OPEC and U.S. inventory data later this week.