How the Iran–US–Israel War Disrupts the Global Supply Chain

1. Conflict Trigger

Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East (2026)
Military strikes and counterattacks across key regions
Disruption of critical infrastructure and trade routes

2. Energy Shock (The First Domino)

Oil & Gas Supply Disrupted
Oil prices surged above $100/barrel
Up to 20% of global oil supply at risk via Strait of Hormuz
Fuel shortages and rising energy costs globally

Impact: Higher transportation & production costs

3. Critical Trade Route Disruption

Strait of Hormuz Crisis
~20% of global oil & LNG passes through this route
Tankers stranded, shipping halted
Insurance costs and risk premiums surge

Impact: Global trade slowdown

4. Shipping & Logistics Breakdown

Global Freight Disruptions
Rerouting ships via longer routes (e.g., Cape of Good Hope)
Increased transit time and freight costs
Reduced shipping capacity

Impact: Delayed deliveries & higher logistics cost

5. Manufacturing & Production Impact

Industrial Slowdown
Rising raw material and energy costs
Automotive and manufacturing costs increasing
Production delays due to supply shortages

Impact: Reduced output and profit margins

6. Technology & Semiconductor Risk

Chip Supply Under Pressure
Disruption of critical materials (e.g., helium)
Risk to global semiconductor production
Potential slowdown in AI and electronics industries

Impact: Tech supply shortages

7. Global Cost Inflation

Cost Explosion Across Supply Chain
Fuel ↑
Freight ↑
Raw materials ↑
Insurance ↑

Impact: Rising inflation and consumer prices

8. Humanitarian & Food Supply Impact

Essential Goods Disrupted
Aid shipments delayed
Shipping costs increased by ~18%
Risk of global food shortages

Impact: Increased global hunger risk

9. Business & Economic Impact

Global Market Shock
GDP slowdown and economic uncertainty
Increased operational costs for businesses
Supply chain instability across industries

10. The Domino Effect (Summary Flow)

War → Energy Crisis → Shipping Disruption → Cost Increase → Inflation → Global Supply Chain Breakdown

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