Philippines may ground flights over fuel shortage from Middle East conflict, affecting regional airlines.

The Philippines may ground flights due to a jet fuel shortage linked to the U.S. -Israel-Iran conflict, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said, as several countries barred refueling, forcing airlines to carry extra fuel and cut payloads. Regional carriers, including Cebu Air and Vietnam Airlines, are cutting flights and preparing fuel surcharges. While the government says airlines have sufficient fuel orders, rising global energy costs and supply disruptions are straining air travel across Asia.