https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/commentary-oil-markets-survived-the-iran-war-sprint-now-comes-the-marathonContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/commentary-oil-markets-survived-the-iran-war-sprint-now-comes-the-marathonhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/commentary-oil-markets-survived-the-iran-war-sprint-now-comes-the-marathon#u69887Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:07:08 +0000Oil markets have transitioned from an initial shock period to a prolonged conflict phase following war with Iran. Analysts warn that a long-term war may permanently damage oil demand and trigger broader economic instability, including inflation and debt crises. While the market survived the immediate volatility of the conflict's start, current energy chaos is driving up diesel prices. The US and Iran are now engaged in what Mary Kissel describes as an economic strangulation game, as aircraft carriers maintain round-the-clock missions in the region.Why it mattersThe conflict has evolved fr