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Norway Warns EU: Iran Tensions Could Impact Gas Supply

3/3/2026

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Norway's Energy Minister Terje Aasland says actions against Iran could prompt the EU to revisit Russian gas bans, as Norway supplies about 30% of Europe's gas.
European gas prices rose about 75% this week due to Gulf disruptions, with Qatar halting production.
The European Union (EU) aims to reduce Russian energy dependence but faces rising tensions.
Iran threatens to target ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a key LNG route.

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Norway's Energy Minister Terje Aasland says actions against Iran could prompt the EU to revisit Russian gas bans, as Norway supplies about 30% of Europe's gas.
European gas prices rose about 75% this week due to Gulf disruptions, with Qatar halting production.
The European Union (EU) aims to reduce Russian energy dependence but faces rising tensions.
Iran threatens to target ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a key LNG route.