British oil and gas company BP reported a fourfold increase in profits in the third quarter of 2026 amid the conflict with Iran, as reported by dpa According to the company, BP earned $8.46 billion in July-September. For comparison: for the corresponding period last year, the figure was 2.21 billion dollars. The company stated that oil refineries are operating at maximum capacity to ensure a stable supply of oil products. The situation remains difficult due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Shell also reported significant growth in profit in the third quarter. The company earned almost 11 billion dollars during this period.