Iran & United States — United States Department of Energy

Iran: Iran's actions, specifically cutting off access to the Strait of Hormuz, have caused a spike in global energy prices and are the primary cause of the economic fallout discussed in the articles. The war with Iran is a major geopolitical event with significant market implications.

United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy loaned 53.3 million barrels of oil from the national security stockpile to ease market jitters, demonstrating government efforts to mitigate the energy crisis.

Iran: The conflict with Iran and the near closure of the Strait of Hormuz have contributed to a global fuel crunch and further declines in the United States — Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy is responsible for managing the United States — Strategic Petroleum Reserve and has stated that the recent 172 million-barrel release will be refilled with approximately 200 million barrels.

Iran: International conflicts, such as the war in Iran, contribute to oil price volatility, which in turn can lead to renewed but inconsistent government interest in energy independence and biofuels.

United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy ran the Mariner program program, which funded research into kelp-based biofuel production, but its funding for such initiatives has since decreased.

Iran: The Iran war and the potential for Iran to obtain nuclear weapons were key points of contention between Donald Trump and Pope Leo XVI, and a major topic of discussion during Marco Rubio's diplomatic visit.

United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy is part of an effort led by the United States — White House regarding the release of documents.