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Greek-Operated Oil Tanker Defied Iranian Threats and Crossed the Strait of Hormuz with 1 Million Barrels of Oil from Saudi Arabia

March 9, 2026March 28, 2026 Clark Savage488

In a bold move amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Greek-operated oil tanker Shenlong successfully navigated the treacherous Strait of Hormuz, carrying approximately 1 million barrels of Saudi Arabian crude oil. This crossing, which occurred in recent days, marks one of the first major transits by a large commercial vessel since Iran issued […]

Oil Over $100: How Long Will It Last, and What\’s in Transit?

March 9, 2026March 28, 2026 Clark Savage369

As oil prices surge past $100 per barrel amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the conflict involving Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, the global energy market is facing unprecedented volatility. Brent crude briefly topped $110 in early March 2026, marking the first time in nearly four years that prices have […]

Iran-Linked Ships Transit as Others Wait for Insurance

March 7, 2026March 28, 2026 Clark Savage311

In the midst of escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Strait of Hormuz— a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies— remains largely impassable for most commercial vessels. As of March 7, 2026, only Iran-linked ships are braving the waters, while hundreds of others linger in limbo, awaiting resolution to a burgeoning insurance crisis. This […]

Did China Know the Strait of Hormuz Was Going to Close?

March 6, 2026 Clark Savage357

ENB Pub Note: This is an outstanding article from Giacomo Prandelli\’s Substack \”The Merchants News\”. He has been on the Energy News Beat Podcast, and we are looking to have him on again. He is a great author, and we recommend subscribing to his Substack. Lloyds of London appears to be the holdup now, and […]

Gulf Refineries and Terminals Under Fire by Iran: Escalation in the Middle East and Its Ripple Effects on Global Energy Markets

March 4, 2026 Clark Savage394

March 4, 2026 – The Persian Gulf, long a linchpin of global energy security, is now a frontline in an escalating conflict. In the wake of U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets late last month, Iran has launched a series of retaliatory drone and missile attacks on key energy infrastructure across the Gulf states. […]

President Trump Announces \”Security of Maritime Trade\” Initiative Amid Gulf Tensions

March 3, 2026 Clark Savage281

By Stuart Turley, Energy News Beat In a bold move to safeguard global energy supplies, President Donald J. Trump announced the \”Security of Maritime Trade\” initiative on March 3, 2026, directing the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to provide political risk insurance and financial guarantees for maritime shipping through the Persian Gulf. This […]

The Price for Oil May Go Up If the Bypass Pipelines Are Hit, and If Ship Insurance Is Not Approved

March 3, 2026 Clark Savage290

By Stuart Turley, Energy News Beat Channel As tensions in the Middle East escalate into full-blown conflict, the global energy market is on high alert. The U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, dubbed Operation Epic Fury, began on February 28, 2026, targeting Iranian leadership and infrastructure. In retaliation, Iran has effectively weaponized the Strait of Hormuz, the […]

Hormuz Dependency by Country: A Critical Energy Chokepoint Under Scrutiny

March 2, 2026 Clark Savage1141

The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, remains one of the world\’s most vital energy arteries. In 2024, approximately 20 million barrels per day (b/d) of crude oil, condensate, and petroleum products transited this chokepoint, representing about 20% of global petroleum liquids consumption. Additionally, around one-fifth […]

How the Iran Conflict Will Impact Global Oil Shipments by Country

March 1, 2026 Clark Savage374

The escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, marked by military strikes and retaliatory actions, has thrust the global oil market into turmoil. As of March 1, 2026, Iran\’s threats to close the Strait of Hormuz—a narrow waterway handling about 20% of the world\’s oil trade—have already led to voluntary halts in tanker […]

The Iran Conflict Exposes the Missing Oil Glut Narrative

March 1, 2026 Clark Savage306

As oil traders brace for the opening of markets on Monday, March 2, 2026, the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is shattering the prevailing narrative of an oil glut. For months, analysts have pointed to oversupply concerns, with Brent crude averaging around $63.85 per barrel in forecasts just days ago. But […]

Tag: Strait of Hormuz

Greek-Operated Oil Tanker Defied Iranian Threats and Crossed the Strait of Hormuz with 1 Million Barrels of Oil from Saudi Arabia

Oil Over $100: How Long Will It Last, and What\’s in Transit?

Iran-Linked Ships Transit as Others Wait for Insurance

Did China Know the Strait of Hormuz Was Going to Close?

Gulf Refineries and Terminals Under Fire by Iran: Escalation in the Middle East and Its Ripple Effects on Global Energy Markets

President Trump Announces \”Security of Maritime Trade\” Initiative Amid Gulf Tensions

The Price for Oil May Go Up If the Bypass Pipelines Are Hit, and If Ship Insurance Is Not Approved

Hormuz Dependency by Country: A Critical Energy Chokepoint Under Scrutiny

How the Iran Conflict Will Impact Global Oil Shipments by Country

The Iran Conflict Exposes the Missing Oil Glut Narrative

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