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Reflections from Munich 2026

I’m en route home after a week in Europe—first at the Oslo Energy Forum and then at the Munich Security Conference. Munich generated considerable news and drama, but...

Announcement by Jason Bordoff • February 16, 2026
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Hormuz standoff the ‘largest supply shock’ ever experienced, says global energy expert

Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has come to a virtual standstill since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran almost two months ago. Around 20% of the world's petrochemical production normally flows through the strait, and the ripple effects of the drastic cut grow daily. To explore the downstream effects and the turbulent time ahead, Geoff Bennett spoke with Karen Young.

News and Publications with Karen E. Young PBS News • April 22, 2026