At least 3 tankers loaded with Iranian oil crossed the area subject to the US naval blockade in the Persian Gulf, in the region of the Strait of Hormuz. The vessels together transport 4.8 million barrels.
The movement represents the resumption of crude oil exports from Iran after 2 months, according to TankerTrackers, a service specialized in tracking ships and fuel shipments.
The resumption of exports precedes the signing of the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran, scheduled for Friday (June 19, 2026). The document establishes the suspension of the conflict for 60 days and the process of reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
The first to leave the blockade zone were the supertankers Diona and Hero2, operated by NITC (Iranian National Tanker Company). The 2 ships carry a total of 3.8 million barrels.
Later, TankerTrackers identified the departure of a 3rd vessel from the Iranian company. The Suezmax class tanker transports 1 million barrels.
The service claimed to have analyzed data from the AIS (Automatic Identification System), technology used to track vessels. The information was compared with satellite images taken on Monday (June 15).
Another NITC vessel, called Stream, was approaching the blockade line after spending 7 weeks near Pakistan’s exclusive economic zone. The ship was awaiting authorization to enter Iranian waters.
The North American president, (Republican Party), on Sunday (June 14) called for the immediate withdrawal of the naval blockade. He also declared that he had authorized the unrestricted movement of vessels through the maritime passage.
The strait connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and concentrates approximately 20% of the oil consumed in the world under normal conditions. Traffic restrictions increased transport costs and affected international commodity prices.
The postpones decisions on the Iranian nuclear program and the economic sanctions imposed on Tehran. These topics will be addressed in negotiations aimed at drafting a definitive pact.
The agreement also includes the creation of a private fund worth US$300 billion for investments in Iran. The resources should be applied to areas such as energy, logistics, industry and transport.
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