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Washington Signals Swift Timeline for Iran Operation

US official said that achievable objectives of Operation Epic Fury are expected to last about six weeks. The White House says it expects U.S. military objectives in Iran to be achieved within four to six weeks , emphasizing that Operation Epic Fury is progressing as planned. According to Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, the campaign has already weakened Iran’s naval capabilities and sharply reduced missile attacks, putting the U.S. “well on its way” toward its strategic goals.  The operation, now in its second week, focuses on dismantling Iran’s ballistic missile infrastructure, degrading its navy, and limiting its pathway to nuclear weapons. Officials maintain that U.S. stockpiles and resources are sufficient to sustain the mission through its projected timeline.  As regional tensions escalate, Washington continues to frame the operation as both achievable and time‑bound, reinforcing its confidence in meeting objectives by early April.
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Gulf Tensions Send Oil Prices Soaring Amid Production Shutdown Warnings

Qatar Energy's operating facilities in Mesaieed Industrial City, south of Doha, where production of liquefied natural gas has halted. 

Oil markets surged sharply after Qatar’s energy minister, Saad al‑Kaabi, warned that Gulf oil and gas production could be forced to shut down “within days” due to escalating conflict in the Middle East. Brent crude jumped above $89 per barrel, with analysts cautioning that prices could climb toward $150 if the Strait of Hormuz—one of the world’s most critical energy corridors—remains blocked.

Rising Prices and Global Risks

  • Brent crude rose more than 4% to around $89 per barrel, while U.S. WTI climbed above $86. 
  • Qatar’s minister warned that continued conflict could “bring down the economies of the world,” citing the potential collapse of shipping routes and supply chains. 
  • Kuwait has already begun shutting production at some oilfields due to storage constraints, signaling tightening supply even before a full Gulf-wide halt. 

Why It Matters

A shutdown of Gulf exports would disrupt nearly a third of global oil shipments, intensifying inflation pressures and threatening economic stability worldwide. Analysts warn that if tankers cannot pass through the Strait of Hormuz for several weeks, crude prices could spike to $150 per barrel—levels not seen in over a decade. 

Global Ripple Effects

  • Energy-importing nations face rising fuel costs and potential shortages.
  • Stock markets may experience volatility as investors react to supply risks. 
  • Oil‑producing countries outside the Gulf, such as Nigeria, could see short‑term revenue gains but still struggle with domestic fuel affordability.

The situation remains fluid, with markets bracing for further shocks if diplomatic efforts fail to ease tensions in the region.

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