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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 hours ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

Multiple explosions erupt at one of Russia's largest oil refineries in a long-range attack - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ukrainian drones targeted major Russian oil and chemical facilities to disrupt Moscow's war economy.
#us-oil-exports
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

The great energy pivot: US oil and Chinese solar are the winners in Trump's war on Iran

The US is set to increase its share of the global oil market amid a supply crisis caused by Middle East conflicts.
World news
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump's surge in oil exports during Iran war will hit a ceiling

U.S. oil exports are rising, but infrastructure limits may cap future growth amid geopolitical shifts in the oil market.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

The great energy pivot: US oil and Chinese solar are the winners in Trump's war on Iran

The US is set to increase its share of the global oil market amid a supply crisis caused by Middle East conflicts.
World news
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump's surge in oil exports during Iran war will hit a ceiling

U.S. oil exports are rising, but infrastructure limits may cap future growth amid geopolitical shifts in the oil market.
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 hour ago
UK news

Price hikes due to Iran war will be felt for at least eight months, minister warns

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the need for accessible reporting without paywalls.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
13 hours ago
UK politics

Government ramps up planning for possible supply shortages from Iran war

The Independent provides critical reporting on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by public support.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 hour ago

Price hikes due to Iran war will be felt for at least eight months, minister warns

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the need for accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
13 hours ago

Government ramps up planning for possible supply shortages from Iran war

The Independent provides critical reporting on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by public support.
Business
fromFortune
18 hours ago

U.S. oil producers aren't coming to the rescue despite high prices as mistrust and chaos hit outlook. The 'market is being manipulated' | Fortune

U.S. oil companies are hesitant to increase production despite rising crude prices due to uncertainty in the market outlook.
#iran
fromFortune
12 hours ago
World news

From maritime trench warfare to a 'sloppy peace': Here's how the Strait of Hormuz standoff could play out, according to Goldman Sachs | Fortune

fromFortune
1 day ago
World politics

America learned how to guard ships going through the mined Strait of Hormuz in the 1980s during the 'Tanker War' | Fortune

World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

How long can Iran survive the US's Hormuz blockade?

Iran is facing severe financial strain due to the US naval blockade, losing millions daily and experiencing internal unrest among military and police.
World news
fromFortune
12 hours ago

From maritime trench warfare to a 'sloppy peace': Here's how the Strait of Hormuz standoff could play out, according to Goldman Sachs | Fortune

Iran will maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz unless its regime collapses.
European startups
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Could Iran war trigger bigger trade crisis than COVID?

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz reveals vulnerabilities in global energy supply chains, similar to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and tariffs.
World politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

America learned how to guard ships going through the mined Strait of Hormuz in the 1980s during the 'Tanker War' | Fortune

Iran's use of small boats and military tactics poses significant threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

How long can Iran survive the US's Hormuz blockade?

Iran is facing severe financial strain due to the US naval blockade, losing millions daily and experiencing internal unrest among military and police.
#energy-crisis
World news
fromFortune
2 days ago

'The biggest energy security threat in history': IEA chief warns 13 million barrels a day are gone with no cure in sight | Fortune

The global energy crisis is unprecedented, significantly impacting the economy and causing soaring gas prices and flight cancellations.
World news
fromFortune
2 days ago

'The biggest energy security threat in history': IEA chief warns 13 million barrels a day are gone with no cure in sight | Fortune

The global energy crisis is unprecedented, significantly impacting the economy and causing soaring gas prices and flight cancellations.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

From syringes to stents: Iran war exposes NHS dependency on petrochemicals

The war in Iran threatens NHS supply chains, risking shortages and rising costs for essential medical products and medicines.
#russia
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Russia to block Kazakh oil flows to Germany via key pipeline

Russia plans to halt oil exports from Kazakhstan to Germany via the Druzhba pipeline, impacting a key refinery supplying Berlin.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Russia to block Kazakh oil flows to Germany via key pipeline

Russia plans to halt oil exports from Kazakhstan to Germany via the Druzhba pipeline, impacting the PCK refinery's operations.
#strait-of-hormuz
Agriculture
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Prolonged Closure of Strait of Hormuz May Lead to Global Hunger Catastrophe

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz threatens global fertilizer supplies, leading to a potential food crisis, especially in the Global South.
Environment
fromBig Think
3 days ago

The Strait of Hormuz is today's energy chokepoint. China is tomorrow's.

In 20 years, the Strait of Hormuz will matter less to the global economy due to decarbonization and increased electric vehicle adoption.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Pentagon Reportedly Warned Will Take Six Months to Clear Strait of Hormuz of Iranian Mines

Clearing the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian mines could take up to six months after the conflict ends.
Agriculture
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Prolonged Closure of Strait of Hormuz May Lead to Global Hunger Catastrophe

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz threatens global fertilizer supplies, leading to a potential food crisis, especially in the Global South.
Environment
fromBig Think
3 days ago

The Strait of Hormuz is today's energy chokepoint. China is tomorrow's.

In 20 years, the Strait of Hormuz will matter less to the global economy due to decarbonization and increased electric vehicle adoption.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Pentagon Reportedly Warned Will Take Six Months to Clear Strait of Hormuz of Iranian Mines

Clearing the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian mines could take up to six months after the conflict ends.
US politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Ceasefire will be indefinite, Trump says, as top economist puts risk of recession at 40% as Hormuz remains closed | Fortune

The Gates Foundation is investigating its past ties to Jeffrey Epstein as Bill Gates prepares to testify before Congress.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

What is Europe's plan to secure the Strait of Hormuz?

European powers are forming a multinational naval mission to secure shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflicts.
#oil-prices
Women
fromFortune
5 days ago

The $100 oil shock is hitting the middle class like a margin call | Fortune

Geopolitical conflicts and rising oil prices are significantly impacting American households' financial stability and purchasing power.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Oil rises above $106 per barrel as US, Iran deadlocked in Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices surged due to escalating tensions between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global energy transport.
Women
fromFortune
5 days ago

The $100 oil shock is hitting the middle class like a margin call | Fortune

Geopolitical conflicts and rising oil prices are significantly impacting American households' financial stability and purchasing power.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Oil rises above $106 per barrel as US, Iran deadlocked in Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices surged due to escalating tensions between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global energy transport.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Bitcoin Retreats From $79K Peak as Middle East Economic Warfare Intensifies

Bitcoin's price fell from $79,500 to around $78,000, marking a 1.2% loss and a $10 billion drop in market capitalization.
US Elections
fromFortune
4 days ago

'I thought the oil would be much higher': Trump's rosy Iran war spin risks sending traders the wrong message | Fortune

U.S. economy remained stable during tensions with Iran, surprising Trump, but analysts warn his understanding of the situation is flawed.
Berlin food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

As Iran crisis drags on, fears of global food crisis grow

Global food prices are expected to rise significantly due to the ongoing conflict and disruptions in shipping routes.
World news
fromFortune
1 day ago

Top oil analyst guarantees that the next few months 'will be an ongoing, absolute disaster' even if the Strait of Hormuz opens tomorrow | Fortune

Oil futures are disconnected from physical market realities, leading to an imminent reckoning as supply chains break down.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 hours ago

UK steps up plans for potential shortages caused by Iran war

The government is preparing for potential food and fuel shortages due to the Iran war, with contingency plans and monitoring of supply chains.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Russian oil exports slump as Ukraine hammers ports and refineries

Russian oil exports may drop to their lowest levels since 2023 despite US sanctions waiver, due to Ukraine's long-range strike campaign.
World politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

Asia is turning to coal in the Iran crisis, but nuclear power will be the real endgame | Fortune

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has forced Asian countries to reconsider energy strategies, leading to a temporary reliance on coal amid volatility.
Europe news
fromFortune
2 days ago

Fuel shortages from the Iran war have spread to Europe, but the pain is hitting California and the West Coast as well-and help is years away | Fortune

California faces severe fuel shortages due to refinery closures and global supply issues, impacting the economy and air travel this summer.
#brent-crude
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Crypto scam lures ships into Strait of Hormuz, falsely promising safe passage

The first warning of such a crypto scam came from the Greek maritime risk management company MARISKS on April 20, according to Reuters. The company alerted shipowners that scammers posing as Iranian authorities had sent messages to shipping companies asking for 'transit fee' payments in bitcoin or tether.
Cryptocurrency
#gas-prices
US Elections
fromFast Company
5 days ago

When will gas drop below $3 again? The government just gave a timeline

The Trump administration is focused on reducing gas prices to below $3 per gallon, but timelines for this remain uncertain.
World news
fromAxios
5 days ago

Get used to higher gas prices this year

Gas prices may not return to pre-war levels until 2027 due to ongoing uncertainties in oil supply and market dynamics.
US Elections
fromFast Company
5 days ago

When will gas drop below $3 again? The government just gave a timeline

The Trump administration is focused on reducing gas prices to below $3 per gallon, but timelines for this remain uncertain.
World news
fromAxios
5 days ago

Get used to higher gas prices this year

Gas prices may not return to pre-war levels until 2027 due to ongoing uncertainties in oil supply and market dynamics.
Europe news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Says High Oil Prices Worth It to Prevent Nuclear Holocaust In Europe'

Trump emphasizes the importance of preventing nuclear threats over concerns about high oil prices.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Iran-Iraq Tanker War redux? Why the Strait of Hormuz crisis is different

The US recently seized an Iranian-flagged ship, echoing the Tanker War between Iran and Iraq in the 1980s.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Middle East oil and gas recovery faces months-long process despite ceasefire - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A 'workable system' of transit and shipowner confidence in the security of the transiting vessels is essential. This includes availability of insurance for transiting vessels, facilitating commercial trade financing, and sustained outbound vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz.
Environment
#us-iran-relations
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

How Iran is wielding the Strait of Hormuz as leverage

Diplomatic channels between the US and Iran remain open, but peace talks are stalled and face significant challenges, including the Iranian nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Tehran tollbooth': what is Iran demanding and what would it mean for oil prices?

US and Iran peace talks focus on oil tanker transit fees and nuclear program amid rising energy prices.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

What are Japan, South Korea learning from Hormuz disruption?

The US-Iran standoff severely impacts global oil trade, affecting Japan and South Korea's energy security and highlighting vulnerabilities in maritime routes.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

How Iran is wielding the Strait of Hormuz as leverage

Diplomatic channels between the US and Iran remain open, but peace talks are stalled and face significant challenges, including the Iranian nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Tehran tollbooth': what is Iran demanding and what would it mean for oil prices?

US and Iran peace talks focus on oil tanker transit fees and nuclear program amid rising energy prices.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

What are Japan, South Korea learning from Hormuz disruption?

The US-Iran standoff severely impacts global oil trade, affecting Japan and South Korea's energy security and highlighting vulnerabilities in maritime routes.
World news
fromFortune
20 hours ago

Mine warfare and mind games: 'You just have to make people believe that you've laid mines' | Fortune

Clearing underwater explosives in the Strait could take months, impacting commercial shipping confidence despite U.S. efforts and a ceasefire with Iran.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Global oil demand to plunge amid disruptions caused by war on Iran: IEA

The IEA sees global oil demand falling by 80,000 barrels per day this year, compared with a projected year-on-year rise of 640,000 bpd in its previous monthly report.
Europe news
fromAxios
3 days ago

China stockpiled huge amounts of oil before Iran war

China's stockpiling surged in 2025 due to relatively low oil prices tied to softer demand, rising geopolitical risks, and a new domestic energy law requiring more reserves.
World politics
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The damage is done': global oil crisis has changed fossil fuel industry for ever, IEA chief says

The oil crisis from the Iran war has permanently altered the fossil fuel industry, pushing countries towards renewables and nuclear energy.
#crude-oil
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Shell oil trading profits soar amid Iran war but Qatar strikes hit gas output

Shell is set to report significantly higher profits due to market volatility from the Iran crisis, with earnings expected between $200m and $700m in Q1.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Capture of ships by US, Iran violates international law, shipping body says

The US and Iran should release crews of captured vessels to uphold freedom of navigation and protect innocent seafarers.
World news
fromFortune
1 day ago

Trump just sanctioned a major Chinese oil refinery over Iranian oil-weeks before he meets Xi Jinping | Fortune

Economic sanctions are imposed on a major Chinese oil refinery and shipping companies involved in transporting Iranian oil.
fromAxios
2 days ago

Iran deploys more mines in the Strait of Hormuz, sources say

President Trump ordered the U.S. Navy on Truth Social to 'shoot and kill' any Iranian boats laying mines with 'no hesitation.' This directive comes amid concerns over new mines in the Strait of Hormuz, which could deepen the largest oil supply disruption in history.
World news
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Task for the week: limit the fallout from biggest oil shock in decades | Richard Partington

Global economic turbulence is exacerbated by conflicts, particularly the US-Israeli war on Iran, impacting energy prices and living standards.
World news
fromAxios
2 days ago

Supply chain cracks constrain AI boom

The AI economy faces significant risks due to geopolitical tensions affecting helium and natural gas supplies critical for infrastructure.
World news
fromFortune
4 days ago

Halliburton CEO: U.S. oil rebound enters 'early innings' as Iran war triggers 'long-lasting' global push for energy outside the Middle East | Fortune

The U.S. oil sector is rebounding, driven by energy security concerns and increased production amid geopolitical tensions.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

US halts shipment of Iraq's oil dollars in bid to curb Iran-linked groups

The US Treasury blocked a $500m shipment of US banknotes to Iraq, increasing pressure on Baghdad to curb Iran-aligned groups.
fromFortune
4 days ago

U.S. forces board an oil tanker previously sanctioned for smuggling Iranian crude oil | Fortune

"As we have made clear, we will pursue global maritime enforcement efforts to disrupt illicit networks and interdict sanctioned vessels providing material support to Iran - anywhere they operate. International waters are not a refuge for sanctioned vessels."
World news
#middle-east
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Saudi, UAE, Iraq: Can three pipelines help oil escape Strait of Hormuz?

Middle Eastern countries are increasing oil exports via pipeline due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Saudi, UAE, Iraq: Can three pipelines help oil escape Strait of Hormuz?

Middle Eastern countries are increasing oil exports via pipeline due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia says key oil pipeline back to full capacity after attacks

Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline is back to full capacity, pumping 7 million barrels per day after recent attacks.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Iran attacks on Gulf oil and gas sites trigger energy fears

Global stock markets have fallen and oil and gas prices have soared since Monday, the first day of trading after US and Israeli attacks on Iran on Saturday (February 28) and Iran's response by targeting major oil and gas infrastructure in the region. Brent crude rose about 7% on Tuesday to breach $80 (69) a barrel, having soared by as much as 13% at one stage on Monday.
Europe news
World news
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Large-scale oil shipping won't start again quickly after Iran ceasefire

Confidence-building measures are essential for restoring shipments and addressing insurance and operational permissions in the Persian Gulf.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Middle East crisis live: oil spill warning after tanker attacked in Dubai; explosions in Tehran and Jerusalem amid wave of attacks

Iran's attack on a tanker escalates tensions in the US-Israel conflict, impacting global oil prices and regional stability.
World politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

How War in Iran Could Turn Into an Oil Shock Nightmare

Iran's conflict creates the most perilous oil market situation since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, with Strait of Hormuz shipping disruptions potentially causing significant global energy price shocks.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Doomsday scenario': a visual guide to the oil and gas site attacks in the Middle East

Iranian attacks on Middle Eastern oil and gas infrastructure, including South Pars and Ras Laffan, threaten global energy supplies and economic stability with repairs requiring three to five years.
World news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

What is next for oil amid different possible outcomes for the Middle East raging war? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Oil prices surged over 11% on Middle East supply disruptions and tanker attacks, with infrastructure damage and Strait of Hormuz closure threatening 20% of global crude shipments.
World news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The Middle East crisis isn't just about tankers - oil output could be forced offline next

US-Israel strikes on Iran risk disrupting the Strait of Hormuz, threatening one-fifth of global oil supplies and potentially forcing Gulf producers to halt production as storage capacity fills.
World news
fromFortune
1 month ago

Oil and gas production shutdowns in Iraq and Kuwait widen the Iran war's impact on energy prices | Fortune

Gulf energy producers are shutting down oil and gas production due to Strait of Hormuz closure from Iran conflict, risking permanent well damage and long-term supply reduction.
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