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“At least 34 tankers linked to Iran have bypassed the US blockade since it began, the Financial Times reported, citing cargo tracking group Vortexa. The report said 19 of the vessels exited the Persian Gulf through the blockade, while 15 entered from the Arabian Sea heading toward Iran. Six of the outbound tankers were carrying Iranian crude, with total cargoes of about 10.7 million barrels, it said. Based on an assumed $10 discount to Brent crude, the shipments were estimated to represent roughly $910 million in revenue. Iranian oil is typically sold at a discount because it is under sanctions. https://iranintl.com/en/202604220111”
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Reports from the Financial Times, citing maritime data from Vortexa, indicate that at least 34 tankers linked to Iran have successfully bypassed the U.S. naval blockade since its implementation on April 13, 2026. These movements include 19 vessels exiting the Persian Gulf and 15 entering. Notably, six outbound tankers carried approximately 10.7 million barrels of crude oil, estimated to be worth $910 million in revenue for Tehran.
The claim is directly supported by reporting from multiple outlets, including Iran International and The Times of India, which cite a Financial Times analysis of Vortexa shipping data. The evidence confirms the specific breakdown of vessel movements (19 outbound, 15 inbound) and the calculation of oil revenue based on a $10 discount to Brent crude prices. The timeline of the blockade, beginning April 13, 2026, is also consistent across the provided documentation.
Source quality: The report is backed by specific maritime tracking data from Vortexa, a reputable cargo tracking group, and has been corroborated by major international news organizations.
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However, since the introduction of the US blockade, Iran-linked activity has declined with 1-2 tankers per day transiting the Strait of Hormuz between April 13-
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