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The War in Iran is Causing an Energy Crisis Nobody Can Opt Out Of
15 May 2026 | Abstracted from Time
The war in Iran has triggered the most severe energy shock in decades, closing the Strait of Hormuz and exposing how deeply interconnected global energy systems remain. Even nations with strong reserves or large renewable capacity - like Japan and India - faced price spikes, currency stress, and supply disruptions. The crisis shows that clean energy helps long‑term resilience but cannot fully shield economies from oil‑driven shocks.
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