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June 16, 2026
A senior U.S. Official?said that the U.S. would 'allow Iran to immediately begin selling oil and fuel in accordance with the memorandum o understanding signed by the two sides to end the conflict. Source: The waiver of'sanctions on Iranian oil…
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June 16, 2026
State media reported that a prolonged 'torrential downpour' caused widespread flight delays in a number of airports across southern China. Forecasters predicted the rain belt would linger over the region until it moved northward on Thursday.
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June 16, 2026
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company has sold 30 million barrels of spot oil to Asian refiners and traders this month, and is offering more this week. This will boost exports in the wake of the U.S. - Iran ceasefire. The United Arab Emirates producer sold cargoes containing Das…
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June 16, 2026
Never bet against Donald Trump. Oil market made a bet from the first day of the Iran War: the U.S. President would not let the conflict spiral into an economic crisis. The traders would not price in a single barrel, regardless of what happened with the physical supply.
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June 16, 2026
Never bet against Donald Trump. Oil market made a bet from the first day of the Iran War: the U.S. president would not let the conflict spiral into an economic crisis. The traders would not price in a single barrel, regardless of what happened with physical supplies.
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June 15, 2026
Senior U.S. officials?said that the United States and Iran have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to'settle a nearly four-month war. They added that a signing would take place this Friday, and shipping traffic would be gradually increased in the Strait of Hormuz. One U.S.
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June 12, 2026
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Friday that U.S. refiners could still process more Venezuelan heavy oil, as the South American nation's output jumped after the U.S. captured President Nicolas Maduro in January. Facilities on the Gulf Coast also made adjustments to handle higher volumes.
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June 11, 2026
State media reported?early Friday that Iranian forces prevented a tanker from crossing the Strait of Hormuz, without coordination. Iranian media reported earlier that there were'sounds of explosions' near Bandar Abbas. However, state news agency…
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June 11, 2026
India's shipping ministry announced that it had?ordered all its agencies to be prepared for any occurrence involving Indian seafarers, or maritime interests. This follows three U.S. attacks this week on Indian-crewed tankers, one of which resulted in the death of three sailors.
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June 10, 2026
U.S. president Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that if a peace agreement is not reached, the United States would attack Iran. He also said that the U.S. Military secretly escorted vessels carrying more than 100,000,000 barrels of crude oil out of Strait of Hormuz.
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June 10, 2026
The Ukrainian Ports Authority reported on Wednesday that two vessels flying the?panamanian or barbadian flags?were damaged by an?attack while they were navigating through Ukraine's Black Sea navigational corridor. According to the authority's Telegram post…
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June 10, 2026
Russia condemned on Wednesday an EU decision authorising EU military vessels to inspect foreign ships suspected of being part of a "shadow Fleet" transporting Russian crude oil. It said that it would take any legal or other measures necessary to protect these foreign ships.
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June 9, 2026
The ship tracking firm revealed 'this week' that an oil cargo sent to the Philippines, which Kpler claimed last month was from Iran, is actually from Russia. Kpler's data, which previously showed that the Suezmax Tanker Ocean Start had delivered…
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June 8, 2026
Two industry sources said that a fire started at the'main diesel hydrotreating units of Tyumen refinery' on June 6, due to a technical issue. This may force teh plant to cut back its operations. The unit's capacity is 2.6 million metric tonnes…
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June 8, 2026
The largest oil supply shock since decades is now in its fourth month. There's no end in sight, as neither the U.S. or Iran appear willing to compromise. Yet the market remains surprising calm. This disconnect is a reflection of an uncomfortable…
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June 8, 2026
Seattle's pro soccer clubs, the Sounders, and the Reign, hope to create an unforgettable waterfront venue for fans to watch and play games. A pierside barge equipped with a mini soccer pitch, as well as a large video screen, and other amenities.
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June 8, 2026
The market is surprisingly calm despite the biggest oil supply shock since decades. There's no end in sight, as neither Iran nor the U.S. are willing to compromise. This disconnect is a reflection of an uncomfortable truth: The biggest drivers in today's energy markets are unknowns.
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June 8, 2026
The largest oil supply shock since decades is now in its fourth month. There's no end in sight, as neither the U.S. or Iran seem willing to compromise. Yet the market has settled into a eerie calm. This disconnect is a reflection of an uncomfortable…
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June 7, 2026
Iran's chief negotiator said that the U.S. -naval blockade -of Iran, and Israel's green?"light" on?Sunday to escalate attacks on Lebanon?make U.S. bases in the Middle East and Israeli assets legitimate _targets_. Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf is the speaker of Iran's parliament.
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June 5, 2026
The?U.S. The?U.S. Trump's administration is regularly adding Iran-related sanctions to pressure Tehran, even as both sides are engaged in negotiations to end their conflict. According to the details on the Department's website, the latest targets include 12 entities.
