US moves reshape Israeli fuel operations and lift European gas prices

Israel reversed its opposition to United States air‑refuel tanker landings at Ben Gurion Airport, allowing the aircraft to continue operating while reducing their numbers at the civilian airport under a bilateral agreement. The change aims to support ongoing U.S. military strikes in the region and maintain civil aviation flow, amid tensions between the United States and Iran.

At the same time, European natural‑gas prices surged to a three‑month high after President Trump announced a 20 % fee on all shipments passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The fee, intended to make the United States the “guardian” of the waterway, raised concerns over supply shortages and forced Europe to accelerate the replenishment of gas storage ahead of winter.