UAE to accelerate oil pipeline project to bypass Strait of Hormuz
🔴 Tension RisingAl Jazeera2026-05-15
The UAE is accelerating the construction of a new pipeline to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to meet global energy demands and diversify its oil export routes amid geopolitical tensions with Iran. This project seeks to mitigate disruptions to energy supply chains caused by the conflict and enhance energy security. The move could significantly impact the Middle East energy market.