The Middle East war is already making a massive impact on British lives, with prices of jet fuel skyrocketing and leading to fears of cancelled flights. Around 40 per cent of Europe's jet fuel is sourced through the Strait of Hormuz, which is almost entirely sealed off. UK supplies come both directly from the Middle East, as well as subsidiary routes through Belgium and the Netherlands. The last documented shipment of jet fuel to Britain from the Middle East is expected soon, leaving a question-mark over future supplies. In an interview with The Daily Mail, ex-airline captain Emma Henderson MBE said the situation could cause chaos in the air travel industry. She said: "The bottom line is that if oil is not released from the Straits of Hormuz, there will come a point when there is not enough – and this is already happening in Europe where some airports have run out of jet fuel.
Published: April 4, 2026 5:54 pm
Source: London Evening Standard — Read original