Exact calculations of Iran exports impossible as tankers switching off tracking systems, analysts say; Iran only shipped 4mln bbls of crude out of Gulf of Oman between April 13-25th

The significant drop in Iran's trackable crude exports, plunging over 80% since March, suggests supply constraints in the market.

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Trackable exports down more than 80% since March.
US is also turning back tanker well past the Gulf of Oman.

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This reduction, coupled with U.S. interventions on tankers, could elevate price volatility for WTI and Brent as traders reassess supply dynamics amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

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