Taiz:Global oil prices saw an upward trend at the start of Asian trading on Tuesday, with notable increases in key benchmarks.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Brent crude futures experienced a rise of 48 cents, or 0.5%, reaching $105.25 a barrel.

Meanwhile, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude, recognized as the US benchmark, went up by 47 cents, or 0.5%, to settle at $96.93 a barrel.