- Iran has allowed some Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, announced during a visit by Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf to Iraq.
- The Iraqi Parliament Speaker requested Qalibaf to allow tankers to cross, citing economic interests.
- Trump stated that Washington would launch 'the most crushing economic operation ever' against Iran.
- Treasury Secretary Bessent announced that the US would impose the 'toughest sanctions in history' on Tehran.
- Iran condemned the measures and warned countries against joining the US economic pressure campaign.
- Qalibaf mentioned that Iran had received 'numerous' messages from neighboring countries about new security and economic cooperation.
- Rezaei warned that countries participating in economic restrictions would be considered an 'enemy' by Tehran.
- CENTCOM reported redirecting 68 commercial vessels, disabling 3, and boarding 2 as part of the blockade.
- UKMTO reported 192 transits in the past week, just 20% of the pre-war average.
- Iranian crude loadings have dropped to about 287,000 bpd, down from 2 million bpd pre-war.
Iran has allowed Iraq to transport oil through the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. President Donald Trump intensifies economic sanctions against Tehran. Iranian officials, including Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, have received numerous messages from neighboring countries seeking economic cooperation amid rising tensions.13
Qalibaf stated that the U.S. has jeopardized the security of its allies, calling for a "homegrown, independent (regional) order" to ensure peace. He made these remarks following discussions with Iraqi officials, where Iraq requested special arrangements for oil exports.
In response to U.S. sanctions, Mohsen Rezaei warned that countries joining the sanctions would be treated as enemies, emphasizing Iran's capability to bypass restrictions and continue oil sales. He noted ongoing consultations with Oman regarding shipping arrangements in the Strait of Hormuz.7
Despite U.S. military efforts to enforce a blockade, Iranian oil exports have plummeted to about one-seventh of pre-war levels, with daily ship movements through the Strait sharply reduced. The U.S. Central Command reported redirecting numerous commercial vessels as part of its blockade strategy, while Iranian officials assert that the U.S. is undermining regional stability.
As tensions escalate, Iraqi President Nizar Amidi affirmed that Iraq will not allow its territory to be used for attacks against other nations, emphasizing the need for state control over armed factions.
“Iran's crude loadings have fallen to about 287,000 barrels per day, down from 2 million pre-war, per Kpler. Meanwhile, CENTCOM says US forces have redirected 68 commercial vessels and disabled 3 as part of the blockade, while UKMTO reports traffic at just 20% of pre-war levels.”
news.cgtn.com
News18
