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The United States reportedly ordered non-emergency staff to leave its diplomatic posts in Saudi Arabia on October 22 as Washington and Israel weigh resuming strikes against Iran after the U.S. midterm elections. The move follows Houthi strikes on an airport and an oil field, reviving fears of a widening Middle East conflict. Oil prices jumped in response to the escalating tensions, as traders priced in the risk of renewed military action against Iran and potential disruption to regional energy supplies.