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Oil: Why This Iran Crisis Is Different From the Past

Published January 17, 2026, 06:12
Oil: Why This Iran Crisis Is Different From the Past

Oil prices have stabilized at high levels, due to fears of escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly regarding Iran. Although there has been a slight pullback from $62 a barrel, the threat of US military intervention continues to put pressure on the market. The situation is particularly worrying because Iran holds a significant position in global oil production and routes. In the event of a conflict, disruption to oil supplies could be significant, with secondary effects such as increased insurance and transportation costs. Analysts point out that the spare production capacity of other OPEC oil producers may be limited, as much of it is also located in the same region. This means that addressing a potential disruption in supply from Iran will be difficult.