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Trump claims Iran gifted oil shipments, cites talks progress
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump said Iran had sent multiple oil shipments as a goodwill gesture to demonstrate seriousness in ongoing indirect talks, describing the move as a significant signal amid heightened tensions between the two countries. Speaking as diplomatic efforts continue behind the scenes, Trump claimed that Iran provided what he characterised as “10 boats of oil,” framing the shipments as a gesture intended to advance negotiations. He suggested the tankers were operatin
Trump claims Iran gifted oil shipments, cites talks progress
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump said Iran had sent multiple oil shipments as a goodwill gesture to demonstrate seriousness in ongoing indirect talks, describing the move as a significant signal amid heightened tensions between the two countries. Speaking as diplomatic efforts continue behind the scenes, Trump claimed that Iran provided what he characterised as “10 boats of oil,” framing the shipments as a gesture intended to advance negotiations. He suggested the tankers were operatin
90 Ships Cross Hormuz as Iran Continues Oil Exports Amid War, Despite Challenges
In the midst of the ongoing war, Iran has continued to export millions of barrels of oil, with about 90 ships, including oil tankers, crossing the critical Strait of Hormuz between March 1 and 15, 2026. Despite the waterway being effectively "closed" to most traffic due to the conflict, Iran has managed to keep its oil exports flowing, benefitting from its control over this vital chokepoint. According to maritime traffic data from Lloyd's List Intelligence, Iran has relied on a mix
90 Ships Cross Hormuz as Iran Continues Oil Exports Amid War, Despite Challenges
In the midst of the ongoing war, Iran has continued to export millions of barrels of oil, with about 90 ships, including oil tankers, crossing the critical Strait of Hormuz between March 1 and 15, 2026. Despite the waterway being effectively "closed" to most traffic due to the conflict, Iran has managed to keep its oil exports flowing, benefitting from its control over this vital chokepoint. According to maritime traffic data from Lloyd's List Intelligence, Iran has relied on a mix
Indian-Captained Oil Tanker Switches Off Tracking to Cross Strait of Hormuz and Reaches Mumbai
A crude oil tanker captained by an Indian reached Mumbai after a
Indian-Captained Oil Tanker Switches Off Tracking to Cross Strait of Hormuz and Reaches Mumbai
A crude oil tanker captained by an Indian reached Mumbai after a
Three Indian nationals among crew as US seizes oil tanker Marinera in North Atlantic
The United States intercepted and seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic on January 7, marking a significant escalation in its global enforcement of sanctions linked to Venezuelan oil exports. The vessel, now identified as the Marinera and previously known as Bella 1, was boarded in international waters after a pursuit that extended for more than two weeks across ocean routes from the Caribbean. U.S. European Command confirmed that the operation was conduc
Three Indian nationals among crew as US seizes oil tanker Marinera in North Atlantic
The United States intercepted and seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic on January 7, marking a significant escalation in its global enforcement of sanctions linked to Venezuelan oil exports. The vessel, now identified as the Marinera and previously known as Bella 1, was boarded in international waters after a pursuit that extended for more than two weeks across ocean routes from the Caribbean. U.S. European Command confirmed that the operation was conduc
US seizes Russia-flagged oil tanker in Atlantic amid sanctions enforcement
The United States has seized a Russia-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic, escalating enforcement of American sanctions and drawing attention to an unusual maritime confrontation involving Russian military assets. The vessel, originally known as Bella-1, was taken into custody on Wednesday following a coordinated operation by US civilian and military authorities acting under a federal court warrant. According to official statements, the seizure was carried out after the tanker
US seizes Russia-flagged oil tanker in Atlantic amid sanctions enforcement
The United States has seized a Russia-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic, escalating enforcement of American sanctions and drawing attention to an unusual maritime confrontation involving Russian military assets. The vessel, originally known as Bella-1, was taken into custody on Wednesday following a coordinated operation by US civilian and military authorities acting under a federal court warrant. According to official statements, the seizure was carried out after the tanker
US Pursues Third Sanctioned Oil Tanker Near Venezuela As Military Actions Escalate
US military activity near Venezuela has intensified as the US Coast Guard moves to apprehend a third oil tanker operating in international waters, according to officials who confirmed the development on Sunday. The operation marks the second action of its kind during the weekend and the third within a week, highlighting an escalating enforcement strategy against oil tankers under sanctions. One official stated that the vessel involved is subject to restrictions linked to United States measure
US Pursues Third Sanctioned Oil Tanker Near Venezuela As Military Actions Escalate
US military activity near Venezuela has intensified as the US Coast Guard moves to apprehend a third oil tanker operating in international waters, according to officials who confirmed the development on Sunday. The operation marks the second action of its kind during the weekend and the third within a week, highlighting an escalating enforcement strategy against oil tankers under sanctions. One official stated that the vessel involved is subject to restrictions linked to United States measure









