The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that two vessels, each reportedly carrying approximately two million barrels of crude oil, utilized an unauthorized route.
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economicOct 7, 2026
Has Russia’s fuel crisis given Iranian oil an opening in Central Asia?
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Iran's oil exports have struggled amid a US blockade. A Russian energy crisis because of Ukrainian attacks could help.
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- Al Jazeera(International)
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