Iran's 34 Tankers Evade US Blockade: $910 Million Oil Trade

Iran has successfully sent 34 tankers past the US naval blockade, despite President Trump's claims of full control over the Strait of Hormuz. A report reveals that 19 of these vessels are linked to Iran, with six confirmed to carry Iranian crude oil, amounting to about 10.7 million barrels valued at $910 million. The blockade, imposed on April 13, aims to halt all economic trade with Iran by sea. So, how did they slip through? One supertanker, named Dorena, turned off its transponder, which signals a ship's location, allowing it to navigate the blockade unnoticed. Other tankers, like Murlikishan and Alicia, also avoided detection as they entered the Gulf. Tehran asserts control over the Strait, stating vessels can pass only with permission. Recently, confusion arose when Iran declared the Strait open, but later clarified that permission was still required. This led to incidents involving Iranian troops firing on vessels, causing a drop in transit through Hormuz. This situation highlights ongoing tensions and concerns about global oil supply security.