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The Hindu
2026-04-17
Iranian Oil Tankers Exit Gulf Despite U.S. Sanctions
Three oil tankers, loaded under U.S. sanctions, passed a strategic strait after leaving Iran's Kharg Island. This development highlights ongoing regional tensions and shifts in global energy trade routes.
The Deep Sea, Sonia I and Diona, all under U.S. sanctions, passed the strategic strait on April 15, 2026 after leaving Iran’s Kharg Island, having loaded on April 2, 8 and 9 respectively