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Bangladesh Imposes Emergency Energy Curbs as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Global Fuel Supply

March 10, 2026 6 min read
author Anamika Mishra, Sub Editor
Bangladesh has introduced emergency measures to deal with a growing energy crisis linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The government has ordered the closure of universities and placed limits on fuel sales as authorities attempt to reduce electricity use and control fuel demand. Officials say the steps are necessary because Bangladesh depends heavily on imported energy, and the war involving Iran and Israel has disrupted global fuel supplies. Rising oil and gas prices have created uncertainty in energy markets, forcing governments in import-dependent countries to prepare for possible shortages. By shutting universities and encouraging citizens to reduce fuel consumption, authorities hope to ease pressure on the national power system and maintain stability until global energy supplies improve. Bangladesh is currently facing a serious power challenge as global energy disruptions begin to affect the country’s fuel supply. Electricity demand continues to grow, but shortages of gas and other energy resources are putting

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