GENERAL
Asia Faces Oil Shortages as Middle East War Disrupts Global Energy
A war in the Middle East has triggered widespread oil and gas shortages across Asia, leading to protests, rationing, and long fuel lines. The crisis, described as the largest supply disruption in history, is forcing governments to take drastic measures and is creating economic strain throughout the continent. Analysts are closely watching the Strait of Hormuz and diplomatic efforts to ease the energy emergency.