Iran Strikes Ras Laffan, Sending European Gas 35% Higher
Iranian strikes caused 'substantial damage' to Ras Laffan, the world's largest LNG facility. European gas surged 35% and Brent crude 6%, marking another sharp market swing linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict.
| Countries | Qatar, Iran, Israël, Koweït, Émirats Arabes Unis |
|---|---|
| Companies | Qatarenergy, Kuwait National Petroleum Company |
| Sector | Gaz, GNL, Pétrole, Raffinage, Exploration production |
| Theme | Conflit Armé |
Iran struck Ras Laffan overnight, the world's largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) production complex in Qatar and the global leader by volume. QatarEnergy, the emirate's state-owned energy company, reported "substantial damage" at the facility. Qatar ranks as the world's second-largest LNG exporter behind the United States. Fires were brought under control by early morning, according to the Qatari Interior Ministry; no casualties were reported.
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