US Central Command stated on Sunday that it assisted Gulf nations in exporting 1.5 billion barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz since summer. The command reported that this activity bypassed an Iranian blockade.
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economicSep 13, 2026
Trump doesn’t rule out US claiming control over Iranian oil
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US President refused to comment on an upcoming meeting of Gulf countries’ representatives due on September 14, where Iran intends to take part
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- TASS (Russia)(Russian State)
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