Tankers with Iranian oil look to Pakistan for safe harbour amid US blockade
- Posted on July 15, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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Two Iranian crude oil tankers, the Rani and Amil, are navigating geopolitical tensions by seeking refuge in Pakistani waters. Together transporting approximately one million barrels of petroleum, these vessels face significant challenges from international sanctions and US enforcement measures. The strategic repositioning to Pakistan represents a critical maritime response to supply chain disruptions, highlighting the complex dynamics of global energy trade amid escalating economic pressures on Iran's oil sector.
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