Which international institutions warned that the Middle East war is straining global energy supplies, and what specific chokepoint did they highlight as critically affected?

The International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and World Trade Organization jointly warned that the war in the Middle East is straining global energy supplies; they specifically highlighted the Strait of Hormuz as a key route for oil and gas shipments whose disruption poses serious risks to global energy security.

According to the joint statement, how is the conflict disproportionately affecting poorer countries, and what broader economic risks were cited if shipping flows do not return to normal?

The conflict is disproportionately affecting poorer countries through higher fuel and fertilizer prices, increased uncertainty, and risks to jobs; the institutions warned that if shipping flows do not return to normal, continued rapid depletion of global oil inventories ahead of peak summer oil demand in the Northern Hemisphere would present increasing risks for fuel security, market conditions, and broader economic resilience.

IMF, World Bank, Others Warn Middle East War Is Straining Energy Supplies

May 29, 2026

Global economic institutions warned that Middle East conflicts are straining energy supplies and raising fuel and fertilizer prices, posing risks to fuel security and vulnerable economies ahead of peak summer demand.

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