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Monday, September 21, 2026
Fuel prices climbed again this week as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East intensify. U.S. Vice President Vance has warned of a potential worldwide energy crisis. The Houthis have resumed operations in the Red Sea, opening a second front. So far, non-Saudi vessels have avoided direct attacks, though the situation remains uncertain. The freight industry faces mounting pressure from both rate increases and fuel volatility, compounding operational challenges across the sector.
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