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Qatar's LNG Exports Plummet 96% as US-Israeli Campaign Against Iran Begins
Qatar's liquefied natural gas exports dropped by 96% starting in February 2026, following the US and Israel's military campaign against Iran. Europe faces potential energy shortages as storage facilities remain half-full. The decline marks a significant disruption in global energy markets.
Qatar's LNG exports, which had been a major component of global supply, fell by 96% from February 2026, according to data from analytical companies cited by Reuters. This sharp decline coincided with the initiation of a military campaign by the United States and Israel against Iran. Europe, reliant on LNG imports, now risks a severe energy crisis during the winter, with storage facilities only half-full. The drop in exports has triggered concerns about energy security and market stability.
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IndependentThe InsiderAug 26, 11:15 PM
Qatar's LNG exports dropped 96% due to US-Iran war. Europe risks facing winter with half-empty storage facilities — analystsIndependentIzvestiaAug 26, 04:34 PM
Media reported a 96% reduction in Qatar's LNG exports during the Iran warExport of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Qatar, starting from February 2026, that is, from the beginning of the military campaign by the US and Israel against Iran, decreased by 96%. This was reported on August 26 by the agency Reuters citing data from analytical companies.