Middle East Conflict Damages LNG Infrastructure, Clouds 2026 Outlook

International Gas Union (IGU) · Jul 07, 2026 00:00

The International Gas Union (IGU) reported on July 7, 2026, that the conflict in the Gulf has damaged LNG infrastructure, including Qatar's Ras Laffan, and clouded the outlook for regional expansion projects. This disruption has exposed Asian buyers to supply uncertainty and higher prices, potentially leading to a contraction in global LNG trade in 2026.