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Iranian oil tankers sail after US blockade lifted

Reports say Iranian oil tankers sailed through after the US naval blockade was officially lifted.
WHO: Iranian oil tankers; US naval blockade
WHAT: Iranian oil tankers sailed through after the US naval blockade was officially lifted, reports said.
WHEN: Jun 16, 2026 at 1:07 AM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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