- Ryanair warns its jet fuel supply is only guaranteed through most of May, as the Strait of Hormuz blockade cuts off ~41% of Europe's jet fuel imports.
- Global jet fuel prices have surged ~80% since the Iran war began, forcing airlines to raise fares and cut unprofitable routes.
- The IEA says Europe has roughly six weeks of fuel reserves; shortages could hit as early as June if no alternative supply is found.
- Developing nations in Asia, Africa, and Latin America face the worst risk, as wealthier countries can outbid them for scarce supplies.
- The US is largely insulated due to domestic production, but even maxing out American exports to Europe would only cover about half the shortfall.
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