White House Call with U.S. Energy Producers Amid Market Volatility

U.S. energy officials held talks with top oil and gas executives including leaders from ExxonMobil and Chevron as the Iran war drove renewed volatility in global energy markets. The call, led by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and Energy Secretary Chris Wright, focused on whether domestic producers could increase output to help offset supply disruptions and rising prices. Brent crude had climbed above $99 per barrel amid concerns over Middle East flows, putting added pressure on the White House to contain fuel costs.