Middle East conflict 2026: How Israel-US-Iran tensions are shaking global economies | EP 14

In this episode of Energonomics, host Richa Mishra speaks with energy expert Professor Tom Seng on the escalating Middle East conflict involving Israel, the US, and Iran, and its far-reaching consequences on global economies. The discussion unpacks how attacks on critical oil and LNG infrastructure, disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, and rising geopolitical tensions are reshaping supply chains, driving oil price shocks, and creating economic uncertainty worldwide. The interview also explores the challenges for major economies like India, China, and the US, the future of the petrodollar, and the urgent need for nations to rethink energy security strategies in an increasingly volatile world.