The article discusses the escalating conflict in the Middle East affecting European energy prices, particularly due to missile strikes on energy infrastructure in Iran and Qatar. Calls for increased drilling in the North Sea have intensified as energy bills rise, with figures like Nigel Farage advocating for a reversal of the UK government's ban on new exploration licenses. However, studies suggest that transitioning to renewable energy would provide greater long-term savings for households compared to maximizing oil and gas extraction from the North Sea. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)