G7 to discuss release of emergency oil reserves as price tops $100

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Lauren AlmeidaMarch 9, 2026 at 08:52 AM

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G7 finance ministers are scheduled to discuss the potential release of emergency oil reserves in response to rising crude prices, which have surpassed $100 a barrel due to the US-Israel war with Iran. The meeting, coordinated by the International Energy Agency (IEA), aims to address the economic impact of the conflict. Some G7 nations, including the US, are reportedly in favor of releasing reserves, potentially between 300m and 400m barrels. The price surge follows attacks on Iranian energy sites and production cuts in Kuwait, exacerbating concerns about supply disruptions, including the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. While Donald Trump acknowledged the price increase, he deemed it a worthwhile cost for global security, while Iran warned of prices potentially exceeding $200 per barrel if strikes continue.

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