Gas

Are newsrooms burying Iranian efforts to influence midterms? - opinion

The newsrooms that have scrutinized the war’s costs have overlooked a consequential account of Iran’s intentions: Iran has been targeting ships to keep oil prices high to influence the US midterms.

Iranian, American flags against backdrop of Iranian nuclear site. (illustration)
Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam (R) and Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani arrive at the Governmental Palace during an official visit in Beirut on October 16, 2026.

Qatari electricity lifeline for Lebanon includes two power plants, LNG supply deal

An oil tanker docked at the Port of Fujairah, as the US-Israel conflict with Iran limits marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, May 6, 2026.

Iran manages to ship some gas, jet fuel despite US blockade, sanctions, data shows

Venezuela's National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez (R) talks to First Vice President Pedro Infante during a session of the National Assembly in Caracas on September 23, 2026.

US lifts sanctions on Venezuelan Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez amid deal for oilfield access


EU focuses on electricity tax cuts, gas storage amid Iran war energy crisis

The EU plans to cut electricity taxes and coordinate gas storage efforts to mitigate the energy fallout from the Iran conflict, without major market interventions.

European Union flags flutter outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium Februrary 26, 2026.

EU warns of summer fuel shortages as Iran war drives global energy crisis

The EU is preparing measures to curb the impact the war is having on jet fuel supply, Jorgensen told reporters in Madrid.

Fuel price display at a Total Energies service station illustrating rising energy prices amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East in Propriano South Corsica France on April 20, 2026.

Not giving up on gas: The new cooktops bringing precision to the kitchen

With a turbo flame, glass surface, and precise control, the new cooktops target those not ready to give up gas but who want more control and convenience. We tested AEG’s new models.

AEG Step Power glass gas cooktops.

Americans weigh in on the Iran war, gas prices, their fears

Reuters spoke with 16 people across Indiana, New York, California, Georgia, and Colorado to understand how they are processing the war amid rapid news cycles and a fractured political landscape.

People wave Iranian flags and signs condemning the war on Iran as they march past the Eisenhower Executive Building during a protest in Washington, DC, on February 28, 2026.

Karish gas field resumes production

The Karish platform has been idle for 40 days and the total damage from gas field shutdown was about NIS 1.7 billion

: London-based Energean's drill ship begins drilling at the Karish natural gas field offshore Israel in the east Mediterranean May 9, 2022.

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.

A map showing the Strait of Hormuz, also known as Madiq Hurmuz, and 3D printed oil barrels are seen in this illustration taken March 26, 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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

EU to assess Iran war impact on gas supplies at emergency meeting

The EU's gas coordination group includes representatives from member state governments. It monitors gas storage and security of supply in the EU and coordinates response measures during crises.

 EU flags are seen outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels