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Qatar facing 'strategic shock' in energy, influence crisis in wake of Iran war
During the war, Qatar faced around 700 Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting US bases on its territory. Although no civilian casualties were reported, its economy faced devastating impacts.
At least four injured in incident at BP refinery near Seattle
US renews Russian oil waiver after pressure from countries dealing with Iran war price shocks
Five tankers seen loading oil on Iran's Kharg Island, as US blockades Strait of Hormuz - report
Trump’s five day window for Iran deal may decide Israel’s inflation path, expert tells ‘Post’
Economists warn Israel’s inflation could rise if Iran talks fail, as oil market shocks increase fuel prices and ripple across the economy.
International Energy Agency: Middle East oil crisis severe, global economy at risk
“A stock release will help to comfort the markets, but this is not the solution. It will only help to reduce the pain in the economy," IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said.
Saudi Aramco boss pulls out of international energy conference due to Iran conflict, source says
The withdrawal of the CEO of the world's top oil exporter from this conference highlights the scale of the challenge he faces in dealing with the Iran crisis.
US considers ground operation to seize Iran’s Kharg Island amid tensions, source tells Post
A US official confirmed to the Post that “the US military has accelerated the deployment of thousands of Marines and Navy personnel to the Middle East.”
US has 'plenty of money' to fund war in Iran, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says
US President Donald Trump has not yet sent a request for the Senate and House of Representatives to approve additional funding, and his administration has made clear that the number could change.
Ending Tehran's energy blackmail: New tech could end world's Iranian oil dependence - opinion
The technological revolution now underway is beginning to change the rules of the game.
Philippines allows dirtier Euro-II fuel use to ease supply crunch amid Middle East crisis
"The measure is intended to help maintain a continuous, adequate and accessible fuel supply, while allowing limited flexibility for sectors that may be affected," the DOE said.
It’s the oil prices, stupid: The West’s principles collapse when prices rise - opinion
The Strait of Hormuz is not just another geopolitical flashpoint. It is the artery through which roughly a fifth of the world’s oil supply flows.
Expert warns Haifa refinery is ‘time bomb’ despite limited damage in Iranian strike
The Bazan refinery in Haifa Bay has long been a source of environmental concern. The latest round of Iranian missile fire has now placed those concerns in a wartime context.
US issues 30-day sanctions waiver for sale of Iranian oil at sea
"In essence, we will be using the Iranian barrels against Tehran to keep the price down as we continue Operation Epic Fury," Bessent said.
