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Iran's Oil Exports Continue Amid Strait of Hormuz Attacks

Analysis based on 14 articles · First reported Mar 11, 2026 · Last updated Mar 12, 2026

Sentiment
-20
Attention
6
Articles
14
Market Impact
Direct
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Market Impact

The continued flow of Iranian crude oil despite regional attacks suggests a complex geopolitical situation that could lead to sustained volatility in oil markets. While Iran's exports remain stable, the disruption to other Gulf countries' exports due to attacks in the Strait of Hormuz could tighten global supply and increase prices.

Oil & Gas Shipping Maritime Security
Event Summary

Iranian crude oil exports have continued at a near-normal pace through the Strait of Hormuz, despite Tehran-linked attacks on ships in the waterway following strikes by Israel and the United States on Iran. Data from TankerTrackers.com and Kpler indicates Iran exported between 13.7 million and 16.5 million barrels of crude oil from February 28 to March 11. This contrasts with the significant disruption to exports from other Gulf countries due to the attacks. Analysts suggest that Iran's ability to move its vessels through the region provides an incentive for Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open. However, U.S. efforts to halt Iran-linked tankers could escalate tensions and lead to further attacks.

Key Actions
90 Iran exported crude oil
80 Iran launched attacks on ships and energy infrastructure
70 Israel launched attacks Iran
70 United States launched attacks Iran
30 United States conducted military campaign with naval blockade and vessel seizures Venezuela
Entities Involved
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Iran
Despite attacks from Israel and the United States, Iran has maintained a near-normal pace of crude oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz. This indicates Iran's ability to circumvent sanctions and continue its oil trade, providing it with an incentive to keep the Strait open.
Importance 100 Sentiment 0
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Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for Middle Eastern oil exports. Iranian-linked attacks in this waterway have severely impacted non-Iranian vessel transits, causing other Gulf countries to reduce oil output.
Importance 90 Sentiment -50
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Israel
Israel, along with the United States, launched attacks on Iran, which led to Iranian retaliation in the Strait of Hormuz. These actions have disrupted non-Iranian vessel transits and forced other regional producers to cut output.
Importance 70 Sentiment -10
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United States
The United States, in conjunction with Israel, initiated attacks on Iran, resulting in retaliatory strikes by Iran. The U.S. has not yet implemented a naval blockade similar to its campaign against Venezuela, which could further escalate tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Importance 70 Sentiment -10
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TankerTrackers.com
TankerTrackers.com, a maritime intelligence company, provided data on Iran's crude oil exports, estimating 13.7 million barrels exported since February 28. Their analysis helps track the 'shadow fleet' used by sanctioned countries.
Importance 40 Sentiment 0
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Kpler
Kpler, a vessel tracking service, reported Iranian crude oil exports at an even higher 16.5 million barrels in the first 11 days of March. Their data also showed Iran's average exports last year and a ramp-up in February.
Importance 40 Sentiment 0
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Venezuela
The U.S. military campaign in Venezuela, involving a naval blockade and vessel seizures, is referenced as a contrasting example to the current situation with Iran. This highlights the different approaches taken by the U.S. in dealing with sanctioned oil exports.
Importance 20 Sentiment 0
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Relationships
Iran related ↔ Israel
Iran related ↔ United States
Israel related ↔ United States
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