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Europe on the Brink of an Energy Crisis: Geopolitics and the Middle East

July 11, 2026Diego Herrera1 мин

European nations are facing the threat of a large-scale energy crisis, triggered by a combination of several factors. The primary drivers include the ongoing rejection of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) amid geopolitical tensions, alongside the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.

The global scramble for energy resources has already begun, and Europe finds itself at its epicenter. Currently, shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial maritime artery through which approximately 20 percent of the world's LNG is transported, is significantly hampered.

This critical situation unfolds precisely as the European Union has announced plans to completely cease purchases of Russian hydrocarbons by the end of 2027.

It is noted that the main danger for Europe is now linked less to the physical supply of gas and more to a sharp surge in prices. Gas prices significantly jumped immediately after the onset of the Middle East conflict.

Experts observe a renewed interest in Russian energy resources. In light of current global events, Russia could once again emerge as a key supplier of oil and gas on the global market.