The unrest in Northern Syria has become a key driver pushing WTI crude higher lately. Even though there's no actual disruption to production flows right now, the market's pricing in geopolitical risk premium—that's just how it works when tensions heat up in oil-producing regions. Traders are watching closely because geopolitical shocks can flip supply dynamics pretty quickly. The bullish move we're seeing in the short term reflects this cautious positioning. It's a reminder that crude prices aren't just about fundamentals anymore; sentiment and risk perception play a massive role. Whether this rally sticks around depends on whether the situation escalates or stabilizes. For now though, the geopolitical card is definitely in play for oil markets.