G7 국가들은 중동에서 고조되는 분쟁 속 석유 비축 공동 방출을 준비 중이다. 실행될 경우, 2022년 러시아의 우크라이나 침공 이후 약 4년 만에 처음인 조치가 될 것이다.
보도에 따르면, G7 국가들은 중동의 지속적인 분쟁에 대응해 전략 석유 비축의 조율된 방출을 준비하고 있다. 이러한 조치가 실행될 경우, 러시아의 2022년 우크라이나 침공 이후 약 4년 만에 처음으로 그 유형의 공동 노력이 될 것이다. 미국, 이란, 이스라엘과 관련된 긴장이 이 준비의 배경이다. 이 조치는 공급 차질에 대한 세계적 우려 속 에너지 시장 안정화를 목표로 한다.
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Amid U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Korean government stated that oil and gas supplies remain stable for now. Emergency meetings confirmed reserves of several months' worth of oil and gas exceeding mandatory levels. However, preparations are underway for potential risks from the Strait of Hormuz closure, including alternative routes and support measures.
Following market volatility from initial reports of a potential release, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has unanimously agreed to draw down 400 million barrels of emergency oil reserves—its largest ever—to combat surging energy prices due to Middle East conflict disrupting the Strait of Hormuz. Executive Director Fatih Birol called the oil market challenges 'unprecedented,' with stability depending on resuming Hormuz transit after prices hit nearly $120 a barrel.
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The Japanese government is weighing the use of part of its national oil reserves due to supply disruptions from the Iran crisis. Kyodo News reported on Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is effectively closed, affecting imports. Officials plan to monitor the situation and possibly coordinate with other countries.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed 'serious concern' over attacks on vessels around the Strait of Hormuz during an online G7 leaders' meeting, urging early de-escalation. Japan plans to lead in releasing oil reserves to avert an economic crisis through international coordination.
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As the US-Israel-Iran conflict surpasses its fourth day following initial strikes on February 28, Iran has blockaded the Strait of Hormuz and launched drone attacks on key Saudi and Qatari energy facilities. Growing European involvement and US commitments elsewhere raise concerns over prolonged hostilities harming American interests. De-escalation through negotiations is urgently needed.
Iran targeted energy infrastructure in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the UAE on March 19, 2026, in retaliation for an Israeli strike on its South Pars gas field shared with Qatar. Brent crude prices soared past $115 per barrel, with European gas prices rising over 30%, amid disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Leaders including US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu traded statements on coordination and future actions.
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Following earlier diplomatic outreach, India is ramping up energy security efforts in the Gulf during a two-week ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran conflict. Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri visits Qatar on April 9-10, and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar heads to the UAE on April 11-12, to secure oil and gas supplies and evaluate conflict impacts.