energy crisis News & Analysis

Cuba Faces Darkness Amidst U.S. Oil Sanctions Escalation

The New York Times

May 18, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Cuba Faces Darkness Amidst U.S. Oil Sanctions Escalation

Cuba endures severe blackouts as U.S. halts oil supply, intensifying the island's energy crisis.

#Cuba #oil sanctions #US-Cuba relations

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Cuba's Energy Crisis Deepens as National Oil Reserves Deplete

The New York Times

May 16, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Cuba's Energy Crisis Deepens as National Oil Reserves Deplete

Cuba faces a critical energy crisis as government officials declare national oil reserves depleted, impacting daily life and economic stability.

#Cuba #energy crisis #oil reserves

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Global Energy Crisis: India's Shift Amid Iran Conflict

Al Jazeera

May 11, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Global Energy Crisis: India's Shift Amid Iran Conflict

India's PM Modi urges citizens to limit foreign travel and forgo gold amid Iran war, highlighting economic adjustments in a global energy crisis.

#India #Iran #energy crisis

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Iran Conflict: Looming Supply Chain Crisis or Market Complacency?

The Guardian

May 11, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Iran Conflict: Looming Supply Chain Crisis or Market Complacency?

As the Iran conflict disrupts key shipping routes, European markets remain seemingly indifferent to impending supply chain disruptions.

#Iran #supply chains #energy crisis

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EU Debates Windfall Tax on Oil Firms Amid Energy Crisis

Deutsche Welle

May 04, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

EU Debates Windfall Tax on Oil Firms Amid Energy Crisis

Germany leads five countries in urging the EU to introduce a windfall tax on energy firms profiting from soaring prices, amid complex deliberations.

#EU #windfall tax #energy crisis

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German Economy Faces Setbacks Amid Rising Energy Costs

Deutsche Welle

April 29, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

German Economy Faces Setbacks Amid Rising Energy Costs

Germany's economic growth forecast is halved amid soaring energy prices, exacerbated by the Iran conflict, posing challenges for Europe's largest economy.

#Germany #economy #energy crisis

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US-Iran Conflict Shifts Global Order, Creates Economic Havoc

The Guardian

March 25, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

US-Iran Conflict Shifts Global Order, Creates Economic Havoc

The US's Iran conflict highlights its transition from global guardian to chaos arbiter, impacting economies worldwide.

#US-Iran relations #global economy #energy crisis

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Cuba's Energy Crisis Deepens with Second Nationwide Blackout

Deutsche Welle

March 22, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Cuba's Energy Crisis Deepens with Second Nationwide Blackout

Cuba suffers its second island-wide blackout in a week amidst a worsening energy crisis influenced by US sanctions on oil imports.

#Cuba #energy crisis #US sanctions

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Escalating Middle East Strikes Disrupt Markets Worldwide

The New York Times

March 21, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Escalating Middle East Strikes Disrupt Markets Worldwide

Ongoing Middle East conflicts strain energy resources, sparking global economic uncertainty.

#Middle East #conflict #energy crisis

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Cuba's Defiance Against Intensifying US Pressure Amid Energy Crisis

France 24

March 18, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Cuba's Defiance Against Intensifying US Pressure Amid Energy Crisis

Cuba asserts 'unbreakable resistance' against US efforts as it battles an energy crisis, marking a pivotal moment in U.S.-Cuba relations.

#Cuba #US-Cuba relations #geopolitics

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Global Energy Strategies Shift Amid Escalating Iran Conflict

The New York Times

March 18, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Global Energy Strategies Shift Amid Escalating Iran Conflict

Countries worldwide are reducing energy use as the Iran conflict persists, prompting shifts in strategies including energy holidays in places like Sri Lanka.