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UPDATED Oct 3, 2026 at 1:06 PM ET
Oct 3, 2026 at 6:06 AM ET
IEA says 325 million barrels released
By The BriefBrief · Sources (3)
The International Energy Agency says 325 million barrels of emergency oil have been released, with another 75 million still to come. The announcement follows G7 leaders’ agreement on Friday to release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude after US pressure on Europe, as Iran’s restrictions on Strait of Hormuz shipping squeezed supplies.
WHO: International Energy Agency
WHAT: The IEA said 325 million barrels of emergency oil had been released, with 75 million still to come.
WHEN: Oct 2, 2026
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Iran’s restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz squeezed supplies.
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