IEA: Middle East War Continues to Impact Energy Market, April Outlook More Severe Than March

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International Energy Agency (IEA) Executive Director Fatih Birol stated on April 14, 2026, that the Middle East war is expected to make the international energy market and economic situation in April more challenging than in March. He noted a significant drop in cargo loading in April compared to March, indicating prolonged disruption. The IEA is monitoring over 80 affected energy facilities, with more than a third severely damaged. The IMF and World Bank are collaborating with countries through a new working group to address the economic fallout, with the IMF having prepared $50 billion and the World Bank potentially mobilizing up to $60 billion in the next six months.