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BIZARRE: 15 - What They Never Told You

How one massive gas field shapes the global stakes of conflict in the Middle East

The Middle East plays a central role in global energy and therefore global markets. As tensions escalate and the strait of Hormuz, a key trade route, faces disruption, headlines assessing the wider impact of the Iranian conflict often centre on oil and gas supply.

The Conversation

Iran war revives spectre of energy crisis in Europe, fuelling economic anxiety

The European Union is staring down the prospect of a new energy crisis as the United States and Israel wage war on Iran, rattling gas markets.

Euronews

MotoGP admits hosting Qatar GP will be "difficult", no replacement planned

Next month's Qatar MotoGP events looks unlikely to go ahead as planned as Carmelo Ezpeleta weights in on the situation

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US-Israel attack in Iran: Qatar to fully shut gas liquefaction amid Tehran's retaliatory strikes

Amidst escalating Middle East tensions, Qatar is fully halting its crucial gas liquefaction operations on Wednesday. This significant move, driven by growing security concerns over regional conflict, will impact global energy markets. Restarting these facilities is expected to take at least two weeks to reach full capacity, according to sources.

The Times of India

UAE and Qatar aligned that Iran 'has crossed a red line' as air strikes continue

Euronews correspondent Jane Witherspoon reports on the aftermath of the drone attack on the US consulate in Dubai as the UAE Air Defences intercept three ballistic missiles and 121 drones overnight into Wednesday.

Euronews

U.S. oil and gas exporters profit from the Iran war, but they can’t begin to fill the supply gap as global prices spike

Energy prices continue to spike, but a worst-case scenario has yet to unfold.

Fortune

Nat-Gas Prices Rally on Global Supply Disruptions

April Nymex natural gas (NGJ26 ) on Tuesday closed up by +0.094 (+3.18%). April nat-gas prices settled sharply higher on Tuesday on the outlook for increased demand for US nat-gas supplies. On Monday, Qatar shut its Ras Laffan plant, the world's largest natural gas export facility, after it was targeted...

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Iran’s missile mayhem show the limits of Middle East defences

The Israeli Operation Roaring Lion and the American Operation Epic Fury started early on Feb. 28 when both countries began attacking Iran. Their airstrikes killed Iran’s leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, while striking military targets and cities across the country. More than 700 people have reportedly been killed in the attacks…

The Conversation

Kenna Bravo: Engineering Connection in Latin America's Fragmented Liquefied Natural Gas Market

An economist by training, Bravo spent 11 years in Venezuela's gas industry before relocating to Qatar, where she worked for seven years during a period in which the country stood as one of the world's leading LNG exporters.

International Business Times

'Iran's attack will not go unanswered,' Qatar's foreign ministry says

Qatar's Foreign Ministry said Iran's attacks have crossed "every red line" and condemned the strikes which targeted civilian areas and facilities.

Euronews

EU praises Azerbaijani gas partnership amid energy disruption triggered by Middle East crisis

Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen said Azerbaijan's gas supplies will remain an important backbone of the EU's energy security as the bloc deals with a new energy crisis following the suspension of LNG shipments from Qatar and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Euronews

WEC 2026 opener postponed due to Middle East conflict

The Qatar 1812Km round has been postponed indefinitely due to security concerns

Autosport

WEC postpones 2026 opener due to Middle East conflict

The Qatar 1812Km round has been postponed indefinitely due to security concerns

Motorsport

Why natural gas prices has spiked by 93 per cent and what the impact might be for UK

A Qatari gas plant shutting has stoked fears of an energy crisis as attacks across the Gulf continue

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Simon Calder answers your Middle East travel questions – from when to accept refunds to what to do if stranded

ASK ME ANYTHING: Travel expert Simon Calder answers travellers’ questions on Middle East travel disruption – from cancelled flights and refunds to passenger rights and what to do if stranded

Euronews

Middle East countries waive fines for travellers stranded due to Iran conflict

In Qatar, visit visas have automatically been extended by one month, while the UAE has said affected tourists will not have to pay any fines when they leave the country.

Evening Standard

Soaring oil and gas prices threaten new inflation headache for Reeves

Qatar produces a fifth of the world’s LNG and is the biggest supplier to Asia

The Times of India

New satellite images capture aftermath of Iran's strike on Saudi Aramco oil refinery

Iran launched a barrage of drones and missiles at Gulf states, targeting energy installations in Qatar and Saudi Arabia, including the Ras Tanura Refinery. The US Embassy in Riyadh was also attacked. These strikes, continuing into Tuesday, mark a sharp escalation in regional conflict following the death of Supreme Leader…

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Iran’s targeting of airport, ports and hotels in reaction to US strikes has forced Gulf nations onto front lines of a war they want no part in

Washington’s allies in the Persian Gulf have found themselves in a position they have long sought to avoid: on the front line and bearing the brunt of a widening Middle East conflict.

International Business Times UK

Why Did Iran Strike UAE, Kuwait, and Qatar? Allies Targeted to Send Washington a Message

Iran's retaliatory strikes on the UAE, Kuwait, and Qatar highlight Tehran's strategic message to Washington, emphasizing the risks of US influence in the Gulf.

International Business Times UK

US-Israel-Iran War Escalates After British Military Base in Cyprus Targeted: What We Know So Far

The US-Israel-Iran conflict has intensified, drawing in multiple countries and raising concerns of a broader war.

Fortune

Energy markets offer ‘relatively small reaction’ to Iran war, but prices could spike if oil and gas aren’t flowing by the end of the week

Crude prices jumped 6% March 2, but they have risen 25% since the beginning of the year as tensions with Iran have escalated.

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Nat-Gas Prices Jump as Iran War May Boost US LNG Exports

April Nymex natural gas (NGJ26 ) on Monday closed up by +0.101 (+3.53%). April nat-gas prices settled sharply higher on Monday on the outlook for increased demand for US nat-gas supplies. Qatar shut its Ras Laffan plant, the world's largest natural gas export facility, after it was targeted by an...

Latin Times

Gulf Countries Reportedly Seeking To Convince U.S. To Keep The War With Iran Short And Avoid Prolonged Energy Price Shock

The United Arab Emirates and Qatar are lobbying U.S. allies to convince President Donald Trump to keep the war in Iran short to prevent regional escalation and maintain energy price shocks contained, according to a new report.

The Guardian - UK

More than 100,000 Britons stranded in Gulf, with airspace closed to most flights

UK considering all evacuation options, including charter and military flights and bus trips across land borders

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