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


IDF soldier in critical condition from third-degree burns after suspected accident

The burns affected G's head, face, ears, chest, back, and hands, and he was evacuated to hospital, where he is currently in critical condition in intensive care, according to his sister.

A stretcher and medical vehicle on IDF's Caracal Battalion's base; illustrative.

Fire contained at Iran's Abadan refinery, one dead, SHANA says

The refinery, like almost all Iranian oil and gas processing plants, needs major works and renovation.

 A general view shows a unit of South Pars Gas field in Asalouyeh Seaport, north of Persian Gulf, Iran November 19, 2015

Your Taxes: What now? Financing redevelopment with gas - opinion

In the case of Gaza, the economy and homes need rebuilding to improve the welfare of the Gazans, without Hamas. And there is an ace up everyone’s sleeve: Gaza gas.

The Leviathan gas platform pictured in the Mediterranean Sea.

At least 9 people injured after explosion at Rome petrol station

Emergency services were on the scene before the blast, as they had been called after a truck hit a pipeline at the service station, Italian news agencies reported.

 Emergency services personnel work at the scene where a gas station exploded on the outskirts of Rome, Italy, July 4, 2025.

Iran made preparations to mine the Strait of Hormuz, US officials say

The loading of the mines - which have not been deployed in the strait - suggests that Tehran may have been serious about closing one of the world's busiest shipping lanes.

 A map showing the Strait of Hormuz and Iran is seen in this illustration taken June 22, 2025.

Israel to resume natural gas exports when military deems it's safe, energy minister says

Cohen acknowledged that victory against Iran could take weeks, but Israel's energy demands could be met.

The gas platform for Leviathan, Israel's largest gas field is seen from a helicopter near Haifa bay, northern Israel, August 1, 2023.

IDF drone strikes Iran's largest natural gas field, gas production partially suspended

The production of some 12 million cubic meters of gas was temporarily halted due to the Israeli attack on the South Pars gas field.

 A general view shows a unit of South Pars Gas field in Asalouyeh Seaport, north of Persian Gulf, Iran November 19, 2015

Are you being gaslighted by your rabbi or therapist? Here's how to tell - explainer

Morning prayer: “Keep us far from an evil person and an evil companion.”

 Gaslighting is the deliberate attempt to gain control over others by making them doubt their very identity, feelings, and perceptions (illustrative)

Turkey to supply Aleppo with gas, power in major energy deal

Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar announced that Turkey plans to export approximately six million cubic meters of natural gas per day to Syria.

 A drone view shows people rebuilding their house in Aleppo, Syria, April 19, 2025.

Russia to fund construction of new nuclear plant in Iran

On top of funding the construction of a new nuclear plant in Iran, Russia will supply Iran with 55 billion cubic meters per year.

Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (L) attend a documents signing ceremony in Moscow, Russia; illustrative; January 17, 2025.