Fuel

South Korea accused by Ukraine of aiding Russia with 176,000 tons of fuel amidst critical shortage

"These shipments began precisely when Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries were reducing processing volumes and creating a fuel shortage within Russia."

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The container ship "Panstar Acro" is anchored to load containers at Busan New Port in Busan on August 22, 2026, as the vessel is scheduled to sail to Europe via the Arctic to test the commercial viability of the shipping route opened by melting ice.
The Venezuela International Oil & Gas Summit 2026, the first major international energy summit since Nicolas Maduro's removal from power in January, in Caracas, Venezuela, September 29, 2026.

Qatar's UCC in talks for possible entrance into oil, gas areas in Venezuela, executive says

UCC, British BP, and XRG, a unit of United Arab Emirates' state company ADNOC, last month were granted a long-term license to develop the Loran gas project, one of the largestin Venezuela's waters.

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Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich attends a ceremony marking the establishment of the new Israeli settlement of Ma’ale Arugot in Gush Etzion, in the West Bank, September 2, 2026.

Smotrich to again increase state fuel subsidies to counter rise in gas prices

A similar move by Smotrich earlier in September, approved by the prime minister's legal advisor, was seen as unwise by the Treasury's professional echelon, according to N12.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary speaks at a press conference on his feud with Elon Musk over installing Musk's Starlink internet service on Ryanair aircraft, in Dublin, Ireland, January 21, 2026.

Ryanair CEO O’Leary says no fuel surcharge despite rising jet fuel price uncertainty

O’Leary said airfares may need to rise by 10%, 15%, or even 20% next summer if oil prices remain at their current elevated levels in the coming months.

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Nations to discuss fossil fuel exit as Strait of Hormuz blockade drives up prices

The gathering of ministers and officials in Santa Marta, Colombia, which starts on Tuesday, will focus on practical steps to shift economies away from fossil fuels.

APRIL 27, 2026ByREUTERS
US FORCES patrol the Arabian Sea near M/V Touska on April 20, 2026, after firing upon the Iranian-flagged vessel that the US accused of attempting to violate the US naval blockade of Iranian ports near the Strait of Hormuz.

Lufthansa cuts 20,000 flights as fuel costs surge, travel expert warns of more turmoil ahead

The company primarily targets less profitable routes from Germany’s two largest hubs. Affected passengers are being notified and offered alternative travel dates.

APRIL 23, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
An Airbus A320-214 passenger aircraft of Lufthansa airline, takes off from Malaga-Costa del Sol airport, in Malaga, Spain, May 3, 2024.

UK inflation hits 3.3% as middle east conflict drives fuel prices

APRIL 23, 2026ByDAVID RABINOWICZ
"the U.K. economy is likely to face continued inflationary pressure amid persistent uncertainty from the U.S.-Iran conflict affecting global energy markets."

EU warns of summer fuel shortages as Iran war drives global energy crisis

The EU is preparing measures to curb the impact the war is having on jet fuel supply, Jorgensen told reporters in Madrid.

APRIL 21, 2026ByREUTERS
Fuel price display at a Total Energies service station illustrating rising energy prices amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East in Propriano South Corsica France on April 20, 2026.

The hidden cost of moving in America: Why fuel prices matter more than ever

APRIL 20, 2026ByHANNAH SCHWARTZ
“Rising fuel prices in the US are making moving and relocation more expensive, unpredictable, and increasingly dependent on timing and logistics.”

EcoFuel Saver reviews: Don’t get Eco Fuel Saver till you’ve read this!

APRIL 17, 2026ByISAAC KAPLAN
“EcoFuel Saver is presented as a simple plug-in device that optimizes fuel use to help drivers save money, improve efficiency, and reduce emissions.”

"A lot of stress”: United Airlines to add $10 to checked-bag charge

United Airlines said the changes align with market conditions and industry trends.

APRIL 5, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Flight luggage.

Australian PM Albanese: War's economic shock will be felt for months, urges using public transport

Australia, which imports about 90% of its fuel, has seen petrol prices surge and experienced localized shortages as a result of the US-Israeli war on Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. 

APRIL 1, 2026ByREUTERS
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to the media during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, 30 March, 2026.

SynGas reviews: Don’t buy till you’ve read this!

MARCH 31, 2026ByISAAC KAPLAN
“a plug-and-play chip that claims to cut fuel use and boost performance”

Fuel hasn't risen yet, and Israelis are already rushing to Tesla

A week before month-end, the Tesla Model Y leads best-sellers in Israel, with Tesla third overall. 10,000 Israelis collected new cars this month.

MARCH 28, 2026ByUDI ETZION/WALLA!
JAC 5: Surge in Deliveries with the Arrival of the Hybrid Version.