Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Fuel rationing is being introduced in some European countries over fears of a global energy shortage as the Iran war continues.
With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, the final fuel tankers are expected to reach Europe by mid-April.
The EU has warned that member states should consider travelling less and working from home to conserve energy with European Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen saying the EU is preparing for a "long-lasting" energy crisis.
Some Asian nations are already experiencing energy shortages. A state of national emergency has been declared in the Philippines, while Bangladesh has closed its universities over fears that fuel reserves will soon run out.
The aviation industry is also in turmoil, with many flights delayed or grounded due to rising fuel costs.
How soon could Europe run out of fuel and what measures may European leaders be forced to implement?
Joining Enda Brady for this discussion:
Thomas O’Donnell.
Energy and Geopolitics Strategist
Olga Khakova
Non-resident Fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Global Energy Centre.
Lidia Wojtal
International Programme Lead at Forum Energii
#Europe #Energycrisis #Aviation #Fuel #Iranwar
Roundtable is a discussion programme with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by Enda Brady, it's about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:00 GMT on TRT World.
Fuel rationing is being introduced in some European countries over fears of a global energy shortage as the Iran war continues.
With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, the final fuel tankers are expected to reach Europe by mid-April.
The EU has warned that member states should consider travelling less and working from home to conserve energy with European Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen saying the EU is preparing for a "long-lasting" energy crisis.
Some Asian nations are already experiencing energy shortages. A state of national emergency has been declared in the Philippines, while Bangladesh has closed its universities over fears that fuel reserves will soon run out.
The aviation industry is also in turmoil, with many flights delayed or grounded due to rising fuel costs.
How soon could Europe run out of fuel and what measures may European leaders be forced to implement?
Joining Enda Brady for this discussion:
Thomas O’Donnell.
Energy and Geopolitics Strategist
Olga Khakova
Non-resident Fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Global Energy Centre.
Lidia Wojtal
International Programme Lead at Forum Energii
#Europe #Energycrisis #Aviation #Fuel #Iranwar
Roundtable is a discussion programme with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by Enda Brady, it's about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:00 GMT on TRT World.
