Middle East • 2026-04-26 18:20

Iran Loads 4.6 Million Barrels of Crude Oil Amid US Blockade

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  • Category: Middle East
  • Language: EN
  • Published: 2026-04-26 18:20 UTC
  • Sources: Middle East Eye

A maritime analytics firm reported that Iran has loaded 4.6 million barrels of crude oil, despite a US blockade. Reuters reports that the move is an attempt to bypass sanctions.

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