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Israel Iran War · 8 March 2026

Britain Down to Just Two Days of Gas as Iran War Shakes Global Energy Supply

Britain Down to Just Two Days of Gas as Iran War Shakes Global Energy Supply

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Britain has only about two days of natural gas stored, raising concerns as the ongoing Iran conflict disrupts global energy flows. Tanker routes through the Strait of Hormuz have been affected, and attacks on gas facilities in the Middle East have tightened supplies. While the UK government insists energy remains secure due to imports from Norway, LNG shipments, and domestic production, experts warn the country’s limited storage capacity leaves it vulnerable to sudden supply shocks if the geopolitical crisis deepens.

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