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President Trump has inadvertently reduced global fossil fuel consumption because of the ongoing war with Iran, per WaPo People worldwide are using significantly less oil and gas, which means less climate pollution.

Why now

Thesis: Conflict curbs demand, complicating oil outlook

Catalyst to watch: Duration of Iran conflict

Main risk: Demand destruction may reverse

Why it matters

Conflict-driven demand destruction cuts fossil fuel use, a bearish signal for oil demand but framed as climate-positive.

Details

President Trump has inadvertently reduced global fossil fuel consumption because of the ongoing war with Iran, per WaPo People worldwide are using significantly less oil and gas, which means less climate pollution.

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