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- Cop negotiations chief on how Iran war oil shock paves road to climate talks in Turkey Sun, 26 Apr 26, 6:00amExclusive: As countries meet at key climate crisis meetings, Australia’s Chris Bowen says war underlines need to move away from fossil fuels
- The Guardian view on the looming energy shock: ministers need to show they have a plan | Editorial Thu, 16 Apr 26, 3:43amKeir Starmer can’t be blamed for the crisis in the Middle East, but he has to reassure people that he is prepared for its long-term consequences
- Reeves criticises Trump for starting Iran war with no ‘clear plan’ to get out of it – as it happened Thu, 2 Apr 26, 3:15amThis blog is now closedStarmer says he understands why people are concerned about the cost of living.
- Like Putin, Trump is a megalomaniac. In Europe, we can shield ourselves, not look for rational motives | Robert Habeck Wed, 25 Mar 26, 4:00pmI had to deal with energy shock in Germany after Putin invaded Ukraine. The solution now is the same: buy ourselves out of the fossil fuels trap
- Why Iran’s threat to destroy water facilities could spell disaster for Gulf countries Mon, 23 Mar 26, 8:43pmDesalination infrastructure is crucial in arid region with very little rainfall and few rivers or lakes
- Tehran’s toxic cloud: satellite images show oily fires burned for days Mon, 23 Mar 26, 4:00pmResidents reported headaches, eye and skin irritation and breathing difficulties as Israeli bombings blanketed Tehran with pollutants
- We can tell you who will really get rich from this oil crisis – and how we can stop them | Isabella Weber and Gregor Semieniuk Thu, 19 Mar 26, 9:00pmSoaring oil costs signal the great transfer of wealth away from households, but also a new opportunity to redistribute it
- We need to be honest about Iran – and how our rampant greed for oil is causing mayhem | George Monbiot Thu, 19 Mar 26, 5:00pmOil has empowered capitalism, and some of the world’s most exploitative regimes. Move away from it and we can solve some of the key issues we face
- Hormuz Choke Point Displays ‘Green’ Vulnerabilities and US Power Thu, 19 Mar 26, 4:00amThe crisis also showcases America’s capacity to support allies and the poor. Long‑term LNG contracts with Asian and European partners, coupled with support for reasonable financing of oil and gas projects in developing...
- US Energy Realism Pays Off in Iran Crisis Wed, 18 Mar 26, 8:00amWhat the current crisis proves is simple: Energy security resides in the ability to secure physical molecules – oil, gas, coal and uranium – when geopolitical storms hit...
- ‘We make a lot of money’: Trump downplays rise in gas prices during Iran war Fri, 13 Mar 26, 3:04amThe US president says higher oil prices benefit the country as Iran war pushes petrol costs above $100 per barrel
- Russia earned €6bn from fossil fuel exports since start of Iran war, data suggests Fri, 13 Mar 26, 1:03amFigures from thinktank show Russia received extra €672m in revenues from oil, gas and coal during March so far
- How are EU and member states reacting to energy crisis triggered by Iran war? Wed, 11 Mar 26, 3:46amProspect of Trump easing US sanctions on Russian oil is a nightmare for the bloc as nations work out how to respond
- Get ready for price shocks because of Iran? How are we supposed to do that? | Zoe Williams Tue, 10 Mar 26, 10:00pmFrom energy to food, all of life’s essentials are about to get even more expensive. But just knowing that won’t pay the bills
- The Guardian view on the Iran crisis exposing Britain’s energy vulnerability: clean power offers protection | Editorial Tue, 10 Mar 26, 6:11amThe war reveals Britain’s exposure to volatile fossil fuel prices. More North Sea drilling will not shield households, building domestic green energy will