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Trump administration temporarily lifts sanctions on Iranian oil at sea

The U.S. Treasury has authorized the purchase of Iranian oil that's already at sea, exempting buyers from the tight sanctions that have restricted Iran's oil industry for years, as the Trump administration grapples… Grouped from 4 articles across 4 sources.

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CBS NewsMar 21, 2026, 12:28 AM

Trump administration temporarily lifts sanctions on Iranian oil at sea

The U.S. Treasury has authorized the purchase of Iranian oil that's already at sea, exempting buyers from the tight sanctions that have restricted Iran's oil industry for years, as the Trump administration grapples with high oil prices.

The Globe and MailMar 19, 2026, 8:29 PM

U.S. may remove sanctions on Iranian oil stranded at sea, Bessent says

Washington wants to curb soaring oil prices after Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz

BBC NewsMar 20, 2026, 11:52 PM

US lifts sanctions on some Iranian oil as gas prices soar

The treasury secretary says the move will quickly bring about 140m barrels of oil to global markets.

The GuardianMar 20, 2026, 12:31 AM

US may remove sanctions on Iranian oil stranded in tankers, treasury secretary says

Scott Bessent says actions will increase oil supply and bring down prices, but long-term effects in question Middle East crisis – live updates The US may soon remove sanctions on Iranian oil stranded on tankers at sea, the treasury secretary, Scott Bessent, said on Thursday as Washington seeks to curb prices soaring over Iran’s closure of the strait of Hormuz. “In the coming days, we may un-sanction the Iranian oil that’s on the water. It’s about 140m barrels,” Bessent said during an appearance on Fox Business Network’s Mornings with Maria. Continue reading...

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