What are the most important energy assets in the Iran war?

Published March 30, 2026 3:44pm ET | Updated June 11, 2026 11:33am ET



The Iran war has increasingly focused on key energy infrastructure, with several major oil and gas assets, including facilities and shipping routes, shaping the course of the fighting and global energy markets. 

At stake is not just Iran’s ability to fund itself in the war but also the stability of the global energy supply. A handful of chokepoints, export hubs, and production centers determine whether oil continues to flow from the Middle East.

Already a print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.