Iran threatens strikes on oil and gas targets after South Pars gas field hit
Iranian missiles struck Qatar's Ras Laffan complex, home to the world's largest liquefied natural gas export facility, causing what Qatar describes as "extensive damage." European natural gas prices immediately jumped 35% on supply concerns. Qatar has expelled Iranian military and security attachés from their embassy in response to the attack.
The attack creates immediate supply uncertainty for global LNG markets, justifying the sharp price spike. Traders are scrambling to assess the full extent of damage and potential duration of any supply disruptions from the world's largest LNG export facility.
This represents a dangerous escalation where critical civilian energy infrastructure becomes a military target. Qatar's diplomatic response of expelling Iranian attachés signals the seriousness of crossing this line, potentially drawing in broader international responses.
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