QatarEnergy Declares Force Majeure After Ras Laffan Attack, Erasing Global LNG Surplus

QatarEnergy has officially halted production at its Ras Laffan hub, the world’s largest LNG complex, following a significant drone attack on the facility. The state-owned energy giant issued force majeure notices to global buyers as tanker traffic through the critical Strait of Hormuz came to a standstill. This escalation in the Middle East conflict has fundamentally shifted the narrative for global energy markets, effectively erasing the previously anticipated supply glut. According to Morgan Stanley, the sudden removal of Qatari exports is expected to trigger a massive supply shock, driving prices significantly higher across JKM and TTF benchmarks. Investors and analysts are now bracing for prolonged volatility as geopolitical tensions threaten the stability of key maritime energy routes. The situation marks a critical turning point for global energy security and natural gas pricing dynamics.