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Iran Strikes Gas Complex, Sparks Global Energy Crisis

3/20/2026

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Escalating attacks on oil and gas infrastructure raise concerns about global energy supplies.
Iran has vowed to retaliate after an Israeli attack on the South Pars gasfield.
Iran's missile strikes on Qatar's Ras Laffan gas complex caused $20 billion in damages and disrupted 12.8 million tons of gas production for up to three years.
Gas prices have surged as Brent crude climbs amid fears of prolonged regional instability.

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Story summary

Escalating attacks on oil and gas infrastructure raise concerns about global energy supplies.
Iran has vowed to retaliate after an Israeli attack on the South Pars gasfield.
Iran's missile strikes on Qatar's Ras Laffan gas complex caused $20 billion in damages and disrupted 12.8 million tons of gas production for up to three years.
Gas prices have surged as Brent crude climbs amid fears of prolonged regional instability.