Iranian tankers shelter off Sri Lanka after US blockade

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Iranian tankers cut off from home ports due to a US blockade have gathered near Sri Lanka’s territorial waters to seek shelter. The ships are positioned close to the island as they cannot reach their usual departure points.

WHO: Iranian tankers

WHAT: Iranian tankers gather off the Sri Lankan coast to seek shelter near territorial waters after being cut off from home ports by a US blockade.

WHEN: Reported Aug 25, 2026 at 12:22 PM ET

WHERE: Sri Lanka

WHY: They are seeking shelter because a US blockade has cut them off from their home ports.

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