Gulf nations have found ways to keep oil flowing through the Iran war, but the costs are mounting

Gulf nations have successfully maintained oil exports despite the closure of the Strait of Hormuz during the ongoing conflict with Iran. By utilizing alternative transport routes and activating unused pipeline capacity, producers have prevented the anticipated global economic crisis that experts feared would follow the disruption of 15 million barrels of daily sea-based oil transit.

While these logistical adjustments have stabilized global supply, the operational shift has resulted in significant financial burdens for the involved nations. The mounting costs associated with these alternative measures highlight the economic strain placed on Gulf producers as they navigate the logistical challenges of the war.