Iran’s oil exports have reportedly resumed after two large crude-carrying tankers exited the perimeter of a naval blockade enforced by US forces around Iranian ports over the past two months.
According to maritime tracking service TankerTrackers, at least two supertankers operated by the National Iranian Tanker Company have moved beyond the blockade zone while carrying large volumes of crude oil.
Millions of barrels of crude involved
The vessels, identified as Diona and Hero2, reportedly transported a combined 3.8 million barrels of Iranian crude oil.
The monitoring service also indicated that a third tanker may have crossed the same perimeter, carrying an additional estimated one million barrels of crude.
First reported exports in two months
TankerTrackers said the movements represent the first reported Iran oil exports in approximately two months, marking a notable shift in maritime activity around Iranian export routes.
The developments come ahead of a reported framework agreement expected to be signed between Washington and Tehran in Switzerland later this week, adding geopolitical significance to the latest shipping activity.
Maritime monitoring continues
Maritime tracking organisations continue to monitor vessel movements in the region amid heightened tensions and ongoing restrictions affecting Iranian oil shipments.
The situation remains fluid, with no official confirmation yet from government authorities regarding the reported exports or the status of the vessels involved.
Source: CNA
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