In a decisive response to skyrocketing oil prices triggered by the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict, President Donald Trump has authorized the release of 172 million barrels from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). This marks the largest drawdown under his administration and is part of a historic international effort coordinated by the International Energy Agency (IEA) to […]
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In a bold move amid escalating global oil tensions, President Donald Trump is set to invoke the Defense Production Act—a Cold War-era authority—to override California state regulations and fast-track operations for Sable Offshore Corp. This decision targets the reactivation of idle offshore oil platforms off the southern California coast, aiming to bolster domestic crude […]
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By Stuart Turley, Energy News Beat In a landmark announcement that underscores America\’s push toward energy dominance, President Donald J. Trump revealed on March 10, 2026, that America First Refining is set to open the first new oil refinery in the United States in nearly 50 years. Located at the Port of Brownsville in South […]
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In a surprising turn of events amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East, President Donald Trump has indicated that the ongoing war with Iran may conclude imminently. Speaking to CBS News on March 9, 2026, Trump described the military operation as \”very complete\” and suggested that hostilities could wrap up soon. This statement comes […]
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In a rapidly evolving global energy landscape, recent U.S. actions in Venezuela, combined with broader monetary and diplomatic strategies, are reshaping oil and gas markets. These shifts aim not only to stabilize prices and bolster the U.S. dollar but also to foster peace by undermining adversarial networks that fund conflicts like the war in […]
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In the midst of escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Strait of Hormuz— a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies— remains largely impassable for most commercial vessels. As of March 7, 2026, only Iran-linked ships are braving the waters, while hundreds of others linger in limbo, awaiting resolution to a burgeoning insurance crisis. This […]
Continue ReadingENB Pub Note: This is an outstanding article from Andrew Korybko\’s Newsletter on Substack. What he does not mention in the article is that if you tie the Venezuelan pricing controls that Stu Turley expects to be dropped onto Iran, and possibly Iraq, it really starts to show the refining of the global oil markets. […]
Continue ReadingBy Stuart Turley, Energy News Beat In a bold move to safeguard global energy supplies, President Donald J. Trump announced the \”Security of Maritime Trade\” initiative on March 3, 2026, directing the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to provide political risk insurance and financial guarantees for maritime shipping through the Persian Gulf. This […]
Continue ReadingIn a heated exchange during a recent G7 summit video call, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer challenged U.S. President Donald Trump on his approach to Middle East policy, particularly regarding Iran\’s nuclear ambitions and regional influence. Starmer, echoing concerns from European allies, accused Trump of lacking a coherent strategy: \”You have no plan beyond bluster […]
Continue ReadingENB Pub Note: This article is from Andrew Korybko\’s Newsletter on Substack. There are many moving parts to the Iran conflict, and this article addresses a critical one. Watch in the coming weeks and see if the Venezuelan Monetary Controls are placed into effect in Iran, and you will see a key financial win for […]
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