# The Gulf energy crisis and the US-China showdown

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Published: 2026-04-21T04:09:00+00:00
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Donald Trump’s war with Iran has exposed how much countries depend on oil and gas imports. In this episode of The Big View, Helen Thompson of Cambridge University tells Peter Thal Larsen how energy rivalry is shaping US foreign policy – and why the fault line runs through Europe. Helen Thompson: “Disorder: Hard Times in the 21st Century” The Big View: How the Strait of Hormuz changes economic warfare Breakingviews: Oil shock will speed electric cars’ comeback Reuters: Iran attacks wipe out 17% of Qatar’s LNG capacity for up to five years, QatarEnergy CEO says Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt-out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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