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Shipping industry faces potential fuel shortages amid Iran conflict
The Pentagon reports the cost of the war in Iran has reached $29 billion. Experts warn of rising shipping costs due to fuel supply concerns. (sources: pbs, forbes, reuters, yahoo, ap)
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The Pentagon has reported that the war in Iran has cost $29 billion so far, with some estimates suggesting the total could be as high as $200 billion. The shipping industry is concerned about potential fuel shortages impacting operations and costs.
- The Pentagon's cost estimate for the war in Iran has increased by $4 billion recently.
- Experts predict that consumers and companies may experience price spikes in shipping costs.
- The shipping industry is particularly worried about shortages of bunker fuel.
Why it matters
The situation could have significant implications for global shipping and fuel prices.
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pbsShip operators fears fuel shortages as Iran war squeezes supplyforbesCost Of Iran War Has Increased $4 Billion, Pentagon Says—But Some Estimates Say It’s Closer To $200 BillionreutersUS war in Iran has cost $29 billion so far, Pentagon saysyahooVideo reveals heavy years of wear on Mars rover's wheels