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supplies have been blocked for the past eight weeks by the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the war. As well as pushing up fuel prices, the situation has [raised fears
supplies we need – including diesel, petrol and fertiliser – and ensure Australia is prioritised as a reliable energy partner”. > double quotation markThe Middle East conflict and closure of the strait of Hormuz continue to disrupt
disrupted major energy flows. At the centre of the crisis is the Strait of Hormuz, the vital chokepoint where about 20 percent of the world’s oil supplies
Strait of Hormuz, through which 20 percent of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies are shipped in peacetime. Experts say this has also disrupted
disrupting supply chains. In peacetime, one-fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies are shipped through the narrow passage, which links Gulf oil producers to the open ocean. Days after
disrupted, however, by the US and Israel’s war with Iran. Asia [imported](https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/why-is-asia-so-reliant-middle-eastern-oil-2026-03-04/) more than 14m barrels a day of crude Middle Eastern oil in 2025. Traffic in the strait of Hormuz
Strait of Hormuz, but says the situation remains fragile. Some countries can restart production quickly, while others will need more time, depending on damage. ## In the US - **US extends Russian oil waiver:** The Treasury extended
Strait of Hormuz has become a focal point of the US-Israel war with Iran after Tehran effectively choked off one of the world's most important shipping lanes. The disruption to shipping since
Hormuz announcement** amid hopes that energy supplies could resume after nearly two months of disruption. Brent crude – the benchmark for oil traded globally – plunged below $90 a barrel, a 10% fall. - **Trump said US “prohibited
disruptions. UN Trade and Development’s Strait of Hormuz ship traffic monitoring demonstrates how trade data can guide decisions before shortages escalate. Data sharing between regional institutions like those led by the African Fertilizer
disruption to oil supplies continue, the greater the risk of recession. He says Australia is particularly vulnerable given its strong reliance on oil imports. “Our rough estimate is that if the flow of oil through
disrupt traffic travelling through the Strait of Hormuz in response to the US blockade. The price of oil has seen sharp swings since the start of the US-Israel war with Iran
Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global petroleum supplies, but stressed that such steps depend on a cessation of hostilities. Merz made the comments as concerns are growing across Europe over the wider impact
disrupting the global economy. The six energy-rich GCC countries – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates – have stressed that the Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of the world
Strait of Hormuz, while United Nations chief Antonio Guterres warned the standoff could trigger a global food emergency. Reporting from the UN, New York, Al Jazeera’s Kristen Saloomey said diplomats repeatedly appealed
Hormuz, a vital waterway through which about 20% of the world's crude oil and natural gas typically passes. The shipping route has been choked off by the war in the Middle East, with Iran
disruption to shipping since the conflict began six weeks ago has sent shock waves across the global economy, destabilising energy prices and exposing just how reliant international supply chains are on the channel that connects
supply disruptions due to the war. ## War diplomacy - **Diplomatic visits to Pakistan:** Araghchi arrived in Islamabad with a small team for meetings, while the White House announced that Witkoff and Kushner would travel to Pakistan
strait of Hormuz. Last week the head of the International Energy Agency said flight cancellations would come soon if oil supplies from the Middle East were not restored, adding that [Europe had only six weeks
supply. As a result, some international experts [said](https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/news/transcripts/fatih-birol-the-iea-is-ready-to-act-with-additional-releases-of-reserves-if-needed/) the world was facing "the greatest energy security threat in history." Ahead of the meeting, Starmer said the reopening of the strait