Fracking has recently returned to the forefront of global politics, having been a topic of debate in both the and the as of late.“Fracking” (hydraulic fracturing) is the by injecting water, sand, and other chemicals to release it. This method has caused alarm due to its potential impacts on the environment and public health, .Since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, nations have struggled to manage energy demands, particularly in Europe. Due to the ongoing lack of energy security, some have increased or unbanned fracking operations to balance economic pressures. and parliaments have begun formal debates on these bans due to a lack of access to Russian gas. Middle Eastern countries such as , , and Saudi Arabia have also expanded their fracking operations. Saudi Arabia has invested over $110 billion into the , which is set to become the largest fracking site outside the US.This trend of increased reliance on fracking, almost as a crutch, suggests a global movement to loosen some oil and gas regulations despite their harmful effects on the planet.