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IEA chief warns energy crisis won’t fade fast even if fighting stops

Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
IEA chief warns energy crisis won’t fade fast even if fighting stops

Even a ceasefire still leaves supply shocks behind

The IEA chief says the global energy crisis is rooted in a deep disruption that won’t clear immediately, even if war ends soon. Restoring energy security will take considerable time, with lingering effects on supply chains, markets, and confidence worldwide—turning a potential ceasefire into only a partial relief.

  • Energy disruption is expected to persist beyond any ceasefire
  • Recovery could take considerable time, not quick fixes
  • Energy security impacts could ripple worldwide
  • Markets may remain under pressure despite fighting ending
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