Jet fuel supplies could be disrupted in May and June by Iran war – Ryanair chief

Government insists fuel supplies remain secure as aviation and energy concerns rise amid escalating Iran conflict

Michael O'Leary said that Ryanair has already bought 80% of its fuel, but that rising fuel prices have resulted in aviation fuel costs doubling. File picture

Jet fuel supplies could be disrupted in May and June if the war in Iran continues, Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has said.

He was speaking after US President Donald Trump said he could walk away from the war in two to three weeks if he felt confident Iran would not be able to build a nuclear weapon, even if Tehran does not agree to a ceasefire.