Singapore, October 22 (QNA) — Oil prices rose Thursday, driven by escalating security tensions in the region.

Brent crude futures climbed by $1.29, or 1.2 percent, to reach $110.11 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose by 97 cents, or 1 percent, to reach $98.12 per barrel.

Brent crude closed yesterday's trading session little changed, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell by 67 cents. (QNA)