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US says helped Gulf nations export 1.5 bn barrels of oil through Hormuz

By Bilge Kotan · Via Middle East Eye · Published by Everything Blog

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The US has helped Gulf nations export 1.5 billion barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz since summer, a milestone that underscores US support for oil exports and the continued safety of shipping routes.

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The US has supported Gulf nations' oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz.: The US has supported Gulf nations' oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz.
This milestone was achieved despite an Iranian blockade.: This milestone was achieved despite an Iranian blockade.
US personnel's efforts ensured the safety of over 95% of ships navigating the Strait.: US personnel's efforts ensured the safety of over 95% of ships navigating the Strait.

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US Central Command on Sunday said it helped Gulf countries export 1.5 billion barrels of oil via the Strait of Hormuz since summer, bypassing an Iranian blockade.

"U.S. forces reach the milestone of assisting Gulf partners in exporting more than 1.5 billion barrels of crude oil since summer," Centcom said in a statement posted on X.

"More than 3,000 commercial vessels have successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz with support from CENTCOM forces over the last six months," it added, stating that "over 95 percent of ships navigating the Strait of Hormuz have sailed through safely".

"Today, primary transit routes in the Strait of Hormuz remain free and clear of Iranian sea mines thanks to incredible efforts by our people," said Centcom chief admiral Brad Cooper, who was visiting US troops in Hormuz.

https://t.co/nkXeQtMfrY

— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) October 25, 2026

Original source: www.middleeasteye.net

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US says helped Gulf nations export 1.5 bn barrels of oil through Hormuz

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