Energy Routes Timeline

March 2026

• Iran's Foreign Minister states country is prepared to allow Japanese ships transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

  Mar 21, 05:23 AM · Middle East Geopolitical Tensions

• United Airlines plans to cut 5% of its flights.

  Mar 20, 11:33 PM · Impact of Geopolitical Events on Global Energy Markets

  The airline is making these cuts as part of its operational adjustments.

• United Airlines plans for $175 oil prices in anticipation of Iran war.

  Mar 20, 11:33 PM · Impact of Geopolitical Events on Global Energy Markets

  This planning is a contingency measure, indicating the airline's expectation of potential market impacts from geopolitical events.

• An analysis suggests the US Navy will not provide a quick 'oil miracle' in the Strait of Hormuz.

  Mar 20, 10:01 AM · Impact of Geopolitical Events on Global Energy Markets

  The article explores the complexities and challenges of securing oil supplies in the region.

• European gas prices jumped by 35% after the world's top LNG plant was reportedly hit by Iran.

  Mar 19, 02:17 PM · Impact of Geopolitical Events on Global Energy Markets

  This incident caused a significant increase in energy markets.

• Wealthy nations pledge a record release of emergency oil reserves to calm surging prices.

  Mar 11, 08:50 PM · Impact of Geopolitical Events on Global Energy Markets

• The U.N. Security Council convenes to discuss the Middle East conflict.

  Mar 11, 06:44 PM · Middle East Geopolitical Tensions

  A live meeting is being held to address the ongoing situation in the region.

• India has regulated its natural gas supply.

  Mar 11, 06:31 PM · Impact of Geopolitical Events on Global Energy Markets

  This action was taken in response to disruptions in energy routes caused by the Middle East conflict.

• Capital Economics published key insights on the Middle East conflict on March 11, 2026.

  Mar 11, 06:10 PM · Middle East Geopolitical Tensions

• Wood Mackenzie assessed the impacts of the Middle East conflict on chemical markets.

  Mar 11, 04:34 PM · Impact of Geopolitical Events on Global Energy Markets

• Jet fuel prices increase due to volatile oil markets.

  Mar 11, 04:01 PM · Impact of Geopolitical Events on Global Energy Markets

  The volatility in oil markets is attributed to the ongoing Middle East conflict.

• Wood Mackenzie projects Middle East conflict could lead to 6.0 million b/d crude run cuts across Asia.

  Mar 11, 03:41 PM · Impact of Geopolitical Events on Global Energy Markets

  This forecast highlights potential disruptions to oil supplies and refining capacity.

• The EU president states the Middle East conflict is driving up energy costs.

  Mar 11, 02:01 PM · Impact of Geopolitical Events on Global Energy Markets

  The ongoing conflict in the region is identified as a factor contributing to rising energy prices.

• Romania considers hosting US forces and military equipment.

  Mar 11, 12:54 PM · Middle East Geopolitical Tensions

  The country is weighing this option in response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.