Iran strikes: what the escalation means for global energy markets

In the latest episode of the Energy Connects podcast, recorded amid the ongoing US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory strikes across the Gulf, host Chiranjib Sengupta speaks with Gaurav Sharma, Energy Connects columnist and independent energy analyst, about the potential impact for global energy markets. They explore Iran’s role in global oil supply, the risks surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, and the psychological impact on shipping and prices. The discussion also considers OPEC+’s output boost, spare capacity, and the implications for LNG flows from Qatar. With geopolitical tensions rising, the episode assesses how the coming days could shape oil prices, market stability and global energy flows.