- Panic Buying Causes Gas Shortages in Trump’s Own Backyard Daily Beast —
- In the Philippines, Rising Fuel Prices Force Travelers to Stay Home During Holy Week The New York Times —
- 3 ways the Iran war is hitting Americans' pocketbooks CBS News —
- Iran allows Philippine-flagged ships through Strait of Hormuz amid energy crunch Al Jazeera —
- How the Iran war is pushing US ally the Philippines into economic crisis ABC News —
- Checking a bag on United Airlines now costs $10 more as jet fuel costs soar The Independent —
- War on Iran fallout on Pakistan: Petrol prices steep increase resulting in shortages Al Jazeera —
- Pakistanis face unprecedented fuel price rise of up to 54% as global oil price spikes The Independent —
- Energy prices surge amid war with Iran ABC News —
- Northern Ireland leads surge in fuel prices since start of Iran war The Guardian —
Iran war triggers global energy crisis
The energy crisis is hitting developing nations particularly hard, with Pakistan and the Philippines reporting unprecedented fuel price hikes and transportation disruptions.
Major airlines like United have increased baggage fees to offset rising jet fuel costs, while shipping companies scramble for alternative routes.
President Trump has suggested that with more time, the US could 'take the oil' and make a fortune, despite the humanitarian toll of the conflict.
Analysts warn that if the Strait remains closed, the economic shock could lead to widespread fuel rationing in Europe and Asia.