Hundreds of trucks jam Turkey-Iran border crossing as US blockade pushes trade overland
- Posted on September 24, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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The Gurbulak border crossing between Turkey and Iran experiences unprecedented congestion as hundreds of commercial vehicles queue for entry. This surge in overland trade reflects shifting logistics strategies amid international sanctions and economic pressures reshaping Middle Eastern commerce routes. The crossing, historically vital for bilateral trade, demonstrates how geopolitical tensions redirect supply chains toward alternative transport corridors, impacting regional economies and cross-border operations.
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