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Fire Ignites at Iran's Gas Field After Airstrike, Prices Surge
3/20/2026
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Story summary
- A large fire erupted near Iran's South Pars gas field after an Israeli airstrike on March 18, 2026.
- Eyewitness footage from Bushehr Province was verified by Reuters.
- Iran's Fars News Agency reported damage to gas tanks and refinery parts.
- Qatar said Iranian missile attacks targeted its Ras Laffan LNG field.
- UK natural gas prices rose nearly 25%, raising concerns about global energy supply disruptions.
