Crude gained over 1% on Thursday as markets reacted to a fresh escalation in the Russia-Ukraine war. Earlier this week, Ukraine launched its first long-range missiles onto Russian territory, which prompted Moscow to fire an intercontinental ballistic missile this morning. The latest developments could impact oil supply, with Russia being a major exporter. NB: bullshit!! their is nothing to see here. These missile attacks having been going on for years, Meanwhile, crude oil stockpiles in the United States increased by US oil inventories reportedly up by 4.8M barrels according to the API in the week ending November 15, according to the latest report. The West Texas Intermediate (WTI) for deliveries in December added 1.34% at 4:01 am ET and sold for $69.64 per barrel. Brent for settlements in January rose by 1.14% a minute later, going for $73.64 a barrel.