The conflict in the Persian Gulf region

The situation in several of the countries around the Persian Gulf remains uncertain, and developments may change rapidly.
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The Swedish Energy Agency assesses that Sweden’s energy supply will remain stable.

Thanks to alternative supply routes, increased stockpiling and adjustments to trade and logistics, there have been no physical shortages of energy or fuel.

However, stock levels have fallen since the start of the conflict. If the restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz persist, there is a risk of price rises for certain fuels.

To Swedish nationals in the affected countries

The situation in the area around the Persian Gulf is unstable and may change on short notice. Airspace closures and flight cancellations may occur. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises against travel to several affected countries. Follow the travel advisories from the embassies for the country in question.

Are you in the area?

  • Keep updated on the situation from the Swedish Embassy. Links to the embassies are in the list below, Swedish only.  
  • Follow the advice of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and the Embassy, such as travel advisories
  • Register with the Swedish list
  • Download the UD Resklar app (in Swedish) and enable push notifications
  • Stay in touch with your family and friends.

Swedish embassies and consulates in the region

This information was provided by the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs (Utrikesdepartementet), The Swedish Transport Agency ("Transportstyrelsen"), and the Swedish Energy Agency (”Energimyndigheten”) .