Low European gas stocks heighten competition for flexible LNG
The IEA reported Europe entering winter with its lowest gas stocks since 2013. Hormuz disruption cut Qatar and UAE loadings by over 60 bcm during March–October.
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Middle East, shipping and energy
Winter fuel deliveries matter for heating and drainage in Gaza. Carriers are using alternative Gulf routes, while low storage buffers weigh on European gas procurement.
Maersk reports a shift to Suez and adjustments to West African services
On 9 November Maersk reported that its India–Europe ME1 service was shifting to Suez and that Hormuz cargo remained subject to separate operating updates.
Original source ↗UN calls for urgent delivery of winter supplies to Gaza
UN relief chief Tom Fletcher said on 11 November that support for Gaza had been delayed and called for urgent deliveries of shelter and heating supplies.
Original source ↗UNIFIL prepares to leave southern Lebanon amid recovery
The UN interim force said withdrawal preparations are expected to start in January 2027 after its mandate ends, amid continuing military activity in southern Lebanon.
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