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Alexander Novak stated that the ability to utilize oil stockpiles to stabilize the global market was nearly exhausted.
Location: Strait of Hormuz
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economicOct 18, 2026
Iran says two tankers catch fire after hitting mines in Strait of Hormuz
Summary
The vessels, each carrying about two million barrels of crude oil, used an unauthorised route, the IRGC says.
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Iran
Sources
- Al Jazeera(International)
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