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Why Middle East gas field attacks could send energy prices soaring

Israel’s bombing of Iran’s South Pars gas field has sent shockwaves through global energy markets.

The Conversation · Mar 20

Iran-US war latest: Tehran threatens to ‘completely close’ Strait of Hormuz after Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum

Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum over the Strait of Hormuz has been met with threats from Iran

The Independent UK · Mar 20

Inside Riyadh meeting: Who was present; what did Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Türkiye, other Arab and Muslim ministers agree on amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Arab and Muslim nations convened in Riyadh, issuing a unified call to condemn escalating attacks and defend sovereignty amid the Iran vs US-Israel conflict. Ministers stressed de-escalation and protecting energy infrastructure, signalling a collective desire to avert a wider war. The gathering highlighted a delicate regional balance, prioritising stability and…

The Times of India · Mar 20

Strike on Iran gasfield exposes US-Israel rift as Trump claims he did not know

US president says he told Netanyahu ‘don’t do that’ as he distances himself from attack that has angered Gulf allies

The Guardian - US · Mar 19

Iran says it will show ‘zero restraint’ if energy infrastructure is targeted again

Foreign minister issues warning after Israeli attack on South Pars gasfield, as Qatar reels from retaliatory strike

The Guardian - UK · Mar 19

The targeting of key Gulf energy infrastructure raises the risk of long-term disruption

Escalating attacks on key oil and gas facilities in the Persian Gulf have increased the risk of an extended bout of higher prices for everything from gasoline and electricity to computer chips and food

The Independent UK · Mar 19

Targeting of energy facilities turned Iran war into worst-case scenario for Gulf states

The U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran took a dangerous turn on March 18, 2026, with tit-for-tat strikes on critical energy infrastructure that amount to the most serious regional escalation since the conflict began.

The Conversation · Mar 19

Which airlines are still flying to the Middle East and what happens if I fly there?

The ‘Middle East 3’ – Emirates and Etihad of the UAE and Qatar Airways – are resuming flying

The Independent UK · Mar 19

Donald Trump's 'Unhinged' Iran Threat: US Vows To 'Massively Blow Up' Gas Fields

Trump's threat to destroy Iran's key gas field marks a dangerous escalation in the Gulf, as energy shocks, ally tensions and war risks collide in a deepening crisis

International Business Times UK · Mar 19

Why Iran is attacking Gulf energy infrastructure

Iran targeted energy facilities across the Middle East on March 18, including the world’s largest liquefied natural gas hub in Qatar, in retaliation for Israeli strikes on an Iranian gas field hours earlier.

The Conversation · Mar 19