Washington has warned Brussels about a review of the terms of a $750 billion LNG supply agreement. A change in the provisions of the Turnberry agreement threatens energy shortages in Europe.
Gas supplies decreased by 20% due to the conflict in the Middle East. The shutdown of a plant in Qatar and damage to infrastructure caused a market deficit.
The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar have changed their stance and are asking for Iran to be weakened by force. Attacks on oil infrastructure have forced the region to support Washington's actions.
Due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on a plant in Qatar, LNG exports will stop in 10 days. Global gas prices are soaring due to the deficit.
A helicopter crashed in Qatari territorial waters due to a technical malfunction. Six people died, and the search for the seventh passenger of the aircraft is ongoing.
European Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen recommends that EU countries gradually start filling their reserves to reduce demand amid the war in the Middle East. The return of liquefied natural gas production in Qatar to pre-crisis levels may prove to be long-term.
European Commissioner Dan Jørgensen called on EU countries to start filling storage facilities early to avoid a price surge. Governments are being offered to lower their targets.
IEA head Fatih Birol announced record gas and oil losses due to the conflict. Restoration of supplies from the Persian Gulf will take more than six months.
Germany introduced a temporary license to expedite military equipment deliveries. Simplified exports will be valid for six months without individual applications.
Brent crude fell to $107 due to US plans to lift sanctions on Iranian cargoes. G7 countries are preparing measures for security in the Strait of Hormuz.
Ukrainian specialists are sharing their experience in combating Shahed drones in Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. The number of involved experts has increased to 228 people.
Rustem Umerov reported on the work of Ukrainian teams in Gulf countries to protect the sky. Specialists are implementing technologies to counter air threats.
Iranian attacks on Qatar's gas processing plant have caused fuel shortages in Europe. EU leaders are calling for a moratorium on attacks on energy facilities.
A drone attacked a Kuwaiti oil refinery for the second time, leading to the shutdown of part of the enterprise. Firefighters are extinguishing the fire, there are no casualties.
Due to Iranian strikes, Qatar lost 17% of its LNG exports and $20 billion in revenue. Repairs will take up to five years, threatening gas supplies to Europe.
Saudi Arabia intercepted a missile over the port of Yanbu, and a drone attacked the Mina al-Ahmadi plant in Kuwait. Tehran has intensified strikes on the region's energy facilities.
Iran attacked the world's largest LNG plant in Ras Laffan, causing Brent to rise to $112. Experts warn of a global supply shock.
Donald Trump threatened Iran with the destruction of a gas field in case of new attacks on Qatar. The US President emphasized his readiness to act decisively and harshly.
Brent crude reached $107 after Iran threatened to attack facilities in the Persian Gulf. A blockade of the Strait of Hormuz threatens 20 percent of global supplies.
Qatari authorities declared Iranian attachés personae non gratae, demanding they leave the country within 24 hours. This is in response to the attack on the Ras Laffan industrial hub.
Iran attacked the industrial city of Ras Laffan, where the largest gas export plant is located, with missiles. The Qatari Foreign Ministry condemned the actions and promised retaliatory measures.
In Qatar, missiles hit an industrial city with large oil refining and gas plants. The fire was brought under control, and there is no information about casualties.
Ukraine has already sent 201 specialists to the Gulf countries to protect against Iranian drones. 11 states have approached Kyiv for unique interception experience.
General Solfrank stated that oil revenues would not compensate for Russia's financial losses. NATO remains vigilant and ready to defend its borders.
Israeli forces, supported by the US, struck South Pars and Assaluyeh facilities. Iran threatens retaliation and attacks on neighbors' oil assets.
Zelenskyy announced the deployment of over 200 specialists in the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. The teams are helping partners counter Iranian terror.
Oil is getting cheaper due to US efforts to open the Strait of Hormuz and record release of global reserves. The UAE halved production due to the conflict.
Zelenskyy proposes military technology exchange with the US and Gulf countries. The potential value of contracts reaches $50 billion.
The oil giant is negotiating with SkyFall and Wild Hornets for the purchase of interceptors. The supply of EW systems from Phantom is also being discussed.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, together with Poland, successfully transported 16 Ukrainians to Warsaw. Diplomats ensured the safe return of citizens due to active hostilities.
