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Energy Crisis Deepens as Iran Conflict Disrupts Supplies

3/21/2026

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Attacks on energy infrastructure in the Iran conflict have worsened the global energy crisis, as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz strains oil supplies.
Recent strikes on facilities in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have raised natural gas prices, especially in Europe and Asia.
Qatar's gas export capacity has been reduced by 17%, with repairs expected to take three to five years.
Brent crude oil prices have surged over 50% since the conflict began.

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Attacks on energy infrastructure in the Iran conflict have worsened the global energy crisis, as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz strains oil supplies.
Recent strikes on facilities in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have raised natural gas prices, especially in Europe and Asia.
Qatar's gas export capacity has been reduced by 17%, with repairs expected to take three to five years.
Brent crude oil prices have surged over 50% since the conflict began.