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Hormuz Closure Cuts Oil 20%, Sweden Flags Jet Fuel Shortage

4/28/2026

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War in the Middle East shut the Strait of Hormuz, cutting global oil supply by 20% and lifting crude above $100 a barrel.
Sweden’s Energy Minister Ebba Busch warned of a possible jet fuel shortage despite current adequate supplies.
Sweden’s refineries, fed by North Sea oil, provide capacity to offset the fuel risk.
Travelers were told to keep flexible schedules in case aviation fuel rationing is needed.

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Story summary

War in the Middle East shut the Strait of Hormuz, cutting global oil supply by 20% and lifting crude above $100 a barrel.
Sweden’s Energy Minister Ebba Busch warned of a possible jet fuel shortage despite current adequate supplies.
Sweden’s refineries, fed by North Sea oil, provide capacity to offset the fuel risk.
Travelers were told to keep flexible schedules in case aviation fuel rationing is needed.