International benchmark Brent crude futures surpassed $95 for the first time in over seven years after NBC News reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin made the decision to “invade” Ukraine and revealed his plans to the Russian military.Unnamed officials also said that “invasion” could begin “next week.” At, the same time, United Kingdom Foreign Office instructed its citizens located in Ukraine to “leave now while commercial means are still available.” Brent for April deliveries increased by 4.11% to go for $95.12 per barrel at 1:45 pm ET, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) for settlements in March gained 4.72% to sell for $94.12 per barrel at the same time. Both prices were at levels unseen since late 2014.