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Oil shortages escalate from wars in Iran and Ukraine, with few signs of relief

The global energy crisis triggered by two wars is set to worsen, as Ukraine pummels Russia’s refining industry and Iranian attacks continue on Middle Eastern oil production and refining. Further, the nature of the destruction and the growing number of fronts and warring parties involved may herald a new era…

The Conversation

Oil ticks up after selloff as talks to end US-Iran war remain uncertain

Oil prices saw a slight rebound on Tuesday after earlier declines. Concerns over Middle Eastern supply remain high due to U.S.-Iran tensions. Diplomatic resolution to the conflict appears unlikely at this time. Shipments through the Strait of Hormuz continue to face risks. Market analysts note the fragility of current price…

The Economic Times

Oil at 6-week high as war intensifies

Oil prices rose to their highest in almost six weeks on Wednesday, with Brent crude surpassing $95 a barrel, on mounting concerns about disruptions to Middle Eastern supply routes because of escalating hostilities between the US and Iran and threats to shipping by ⁠the Iran-backed Houthi militia in Yemen.

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UK removes ‘do not travel’ warnings for Dubai and several Middle Eastern countries

Holidays to Dubai and Abu Dhabi could be back on for British travellers this year

The Independent UK

The world's oil piggy bank is being smashed open. What can go wrong?

Global oil inventories are plummeting to multi-decade lows, exacerbated by Middle Eastern supply disruptions and the rapid depletion of strategic reserves. Escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly involving Iran, threaten further supply shocks. The world faces a potential oil crisis with diminished buffers and constrained transit routes, suggesting prolonged market vulnerability.

The Economic Times

Nat-Gas Prices Climb on the Prospects of Stronger US LNG Exports

May Nymex natural gas (NGK26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.025 (+0.93%). Nat-gas prices climbed to a 2-week high on Wednesday and settled higher. The outlook for the Strait of Hormuz to remain closed for the foreseeable future will curb Middle Eastern nat-gas supplies, potentially boosting US nat-gas exports to...

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Qatar Airways updates rules for Privilege Club 2026 amid ongoing regional crisis, provides extension to loyal flyers

Qatar Airways, one of the major and premium carriers in the Middle East has moved to clarify how Privilege Club status for its flights will be extended and renewed for the year 2026. Ever since the US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28, the Middle Eastern airspace has been…

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Crude Oil Prices Rise as Iran Threatens Attacks on Middle Eastern Energy Infrastructure

April WTI crude oil (CLJ26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.11 (+0.11%), and April RBOB gasoline (RBJ26 ) closed down -0.0249 (-0.80%). Crude oil and gasoline prices fell back from sharp gains and settled mixed on Wednesday. Energy prices initially rallied sharply on Wednesday, with gasoline soaring to a 3.5-year...

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Crude Oil Jumps as Iran Said it Will Target Middle Eastern Oil Infrastructure

April WTI crude oil (CLJ26 ) today is up +2.83 (+2.94%), and April RBOB gasoline (RBJ26 ) is up +0.0907 (+2.90%). Crude oil and gasoline prices recovered from early losses and are sharply higher, with gasoline soaring to a 3.5-year high. Escalation of the Iran war is pushing energy prices...

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Crude Oil Rallies as Iranian Attacks Disrupt Middle Eastern Supplies

April WTI crude oil (CLJ26 ) on Tuesday closed up +2.71 (+2.90%), and April RBOB gasoline (RBJ26 ) closed up +0.1231 (+4.10%). Crude oil and gasoline prices rallied sharply on Tuesday, with gasoline posting a 1-week high. Energy prices are rising amid renewed attacks on key energy infrastructure in the...

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Donald Trump rejects Middle East mediation to end Iran war: Report

Middle Eastern allies' diplomatic efforts to end the two-week Iran war were rebuffed by the Trump administration, with both Washington and Tehran appearing set for an extended conflict. Iran rejected any ceasefire until US and Israeli strikes ceased, while the US focused on weakening Tehran's military capabilities. The war has…

The Times of India

F1 teams need decision on Middle Eastern rounds "this week", says Ayao Komatsu

F1 is scheduled to hold the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian grands prix next month, but they are at doubt due to the ongoing Iran war

Motorsport

Middle East War Pushes LPG And Energy Prices Higher, Challenging Consumers And Businesses

Industry data shows U.S. propane prices rose roughly 9–10% in early March 2026, reaching their highest levels in months as traders adjusted to the potential for reduced Middle Eastern volume.

International Business Times

Australia is sending an aircraft and personnel to the Middle East. Does this mean we are entering the war?

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) is off to another Middle Eastern war, which is likely a surprise to many given how contentious the country’s involvement in the Iraq war was.

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SalamAir issues urgent travel advisory after suspending flights to multiple destinations amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Low-cost carrier SalamAir has temporarily suspended flights to several Middle Eastern destinations, including Iraq, Lebanon and Iran, until March 28, 2026 and Kuwait City, Sharjah, Doha and Dammam until March 20, 2026. This decision stems from widespread airspace closures and safety concerns due to escalating geopolitical tensions, impacting thousands of…

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Nat-Gas Prices Sink on Hopes Middle Eastern Energy Disruptions Will be Short

April Nymex natural gas (NGJ26 ) on Wednesday closed down by -0.137 (-4.49%). April nat-gas prices tumbled on Wednesday, giving back some of this week’s gains after a report from the NY Times claimed that Iran was ready to discuss ending the conflict, which eased for over a prolonged conflict...

The Guardian - UK

Hundreds of thousands of travellers stranded or diverted by airspace closures in Middle East

UK plans evacuation of more than 76,000 Brits as key transit hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha close

Al Jazeera

Trump says he wants all Middle Eastern countries to have formal Israel ties

US president invokes attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites as he calls for countries in the region to join ‘Abraham Accords’.

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Crude Prices Tumble as Geopolitical Risks Ease in the Middle East

August WTI crude oil (CLQ25 ) today is down -3.34 (-4.88%), and August RBOB gasoline (RBQ25 ) is down -0.0930 (-4.23%). Crude oil and gasoline fell sharply today to 1-1/2 week lows after President Trump announced a ceasefire in the Israel-Iran conflict, reducing concerns about a disruption to Middle Eastern...

The Conversation

Iran-Israel ‘threshold war’ has rewritten nuclear escalation rules

Israel’s conflict with Iran represents far more than another Middle Eastern crisis – it marks the emergence of a dangerous new chapter in nuclear rivalries that has the potential to reshape global proliferation risks for decades to come.

Fortune

Geopolitics helps drive Middle Eastern money to Asia as wealthy Gulf investors hedge their bets

The Middle East missed Asia's rise the first time around. They don't want to miss out again.

Reason

Does Trump Want Lower Gas Prices or Oil Sanctions on Iran?

The Trump administration’s math on Middle Eastern energy supplies just doesn’t add up.

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Crude Rallies as Middle Eastern Crude Producers Raise Prices

March WTI crude oil (CLH25 ) today is up +1.16 (+1.63%), and March RBOB gasoline (RBH25 ) is up +0.0046 (+0.22%). Crude oil and gasoline prices today are moderately higher as tighter US sanctions on Russian crude limit global oil supplies and allow the biggest Middle Eastern oil producers to...

The National (Scotland)

Two soldiers killed as Israel launches air strikes on Iran

ISRAEL'S military has confirmed it has been “conducting precise strikes on military targets in Iran” but is not targeting the Middle Eastern…

The Independent UK

US and Cyprus launch a strategic dialogue to bolster security

U.S. and Cypriot officials have launched a strategic dialogue they said would bolster security and stability in a crisis-wracked region through initiatives including counterterrorism training of personnel from Middle Eastern countries

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