Inside StoryEurope faces stiff competition with Asia for energy supplies as Russia profits.Europe is under pressure as the conflict in the Middle East continues, now competing with Asia for scarcer oil and gas supplies.Rocketing prices benefit Russia and weaken sanctions imposed for the war in Ukraine, with Europe wary of antagonising US President Donald Trump.So, how is the Iran war impacting all this?Presenter: Imran KhanGuests: Steven Erlanger – Chief diplomatic correspondent for Europe at The New York TimesChris Weafer – CEO of Macro-Advisory, a strategic consultancy focused on Russia and EurasiaAlan Tonelson – Economist and founder of the RealityChek blogPublished On 11 Mar 2026
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Why does Iran war pose more dilemmas for Europe?
In March 2026, Europe faces increased dilemmas due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East involving Iran. Europe now competes with Asia for limited oil and gas resources, driving up prices.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-03-11 · 20:41 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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In March 2026, Europe faces increased dilemmas due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East involving Iran. Europe now competes with Asia for limited oil and gas resources, driving up prices. These elevated prices benefit Russia, undermining the sanctions imposed due to the war in Ukraine. This situation also makes Europe wary of potential reactions from the US. Experts suggest the conflict exacerbates Europe's energy security concerns and complicates its geopolitical strategy, particularly regarding Russia and the United States.
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Russia profits from rising energy prices.
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Europe faces stiff competition with Asia for energy supplies.
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The Iran war is impacting energy competition and sanctions.
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Rocketing prices weaken sanctions imposed on Russia for the war in Ukraine.
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Europe is wary of antagonising US President Donald Trump.
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