Gas

Strait of Hormuz closure has raised oil prices, but not without precedent - analysis

Even as gas prices have risen in recent weeks, another set of numbers has remained relatively contained: the markets.

APRIL 6, 2026|ByHERB KEINON

Oil barrels and several hundred dollars; Illustrative.

(Illustrative) sign indicating the location of the Millenium Pipeline buried under a cut in the forest, March 30, 2026.

Gas pipeline blown up in southern Pakistan by unknown assailants, says official

It suspended gas supply to several parts of the city and at least five more districts, the official said.

MARCH 30, 2026|ByREUTERS

Asia will be the most affected continent by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Asia is most affected continent by Strait of Hormuz closure, with 80% of Gulf energy imports

A New York Times report revealed that Asian countries are entering an energy crisis due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, while Western nations will feel the economic effects of the war.

MARCH 24, 2026|ByTOBIAS HOLCMAN

Cargo ships in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from northern Ras al-Khaimah, near the border with Oman’s Musandam governance, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in United Arab Emirates, March 11, 2026.

Closing the Strait of Hormuz could bankroll a new Iranian government - opinion

Sanctioned Iranian oil offers the opposition a rare chance to challenge the regime and stabilize global oil prices.

MARCH 24, 2026|ByYOSEF YAIR COLLINS

Lebanon's block 9 set for oil and gas drilling after Israel maritime deal

Lebanon hopes gas and oil discoveries will help it reverse a crippling economic crisis that has cost the local currency more than 98% of its value.

AUGUST 16, 2023ByREUTERS

An Israeli military observation tower overlooks the Mediterranean Sea and part of the maritime border with Lebanon, near Rosh Hanikra last week.

'Israel must shift from coal to gas to decrease air pollution fatalities'

Israel's Environmental Protection Ministry calls on the government to complete the shift from coal to gas on time.

AUGUST 15, 2023ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN

The southern Israeli city of Ashkelon is pictured December 29, 2008

Dozens killed, injured in disastrous fire at Russian fuel station

"It's like a war here," a witness said.

AUGUST 14, 2023ByREUTERS

Firefighters work at the accident scene following an explosion at a gas station in the city of Makhachkala, Russia, in this handout picture published August 15, 2023.

Smotrich again signs tax order to keep gas price from rising

The price of gas will remain at NIS 6.85 per liter.

JULY 28, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Illustration image of a worker fueling a car at a gas station, in Jerusalem, on November 28, 2022.

Time for a paradigm shift: Holistic approach to oil, gas, green energy - opinion

A combination of renewables, oil and gas, nuclear energy, carbon storage, hydrogen, and other sustainable energy sources is necessary to meet the world’s energy needs.

JULY 17, 2023ByMATHIOS RIGAS

The East Mediterranean great gas game isn't over - opinion

In order to increase its energy security, Israel must therefore continue to seek ways of diversifying its export options and regional partners.

JULY 12, 2023ByGABRIEL MITCHELL

FOREIGN MINISTER Eli Cohen chats with his Cypriot and Greek counterparts after a conference in Nicosia, earlier this year.

Good news for drivers: Gas prices will remain stable, for now

Since April 2022, when gas prices rose worldwide, temporary provisions have been continuously used to reduce the price.

JULY 3, 2023ByANNA BARSKY

Illustration image of a man fueling his car at a gas station, in Jerusalem, on June 28, 2022.

Owners of Israel's Leviathan reservoir secure $568 million gas pump deal

With an estimated budget of approximately $568 million, this crucial development is aimed at meeting the growing demand for natural gas both domestically in Israel and in the wider region.

JULY 2, 2023ByZACHY HENNESSEY