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Iran takes two foreign oil tankers amid rising tensions

Feb 5, 2026, 2:50 PM20
(Update: Feb 5, 2026, 9:56 PM)
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Iran takes two foreign oil tankers amid rising tensions

  • Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps seized two foreign oil tankers on February 5, 2026, for alleged fuel smuggling.
  • The vessels were reported to be carrying about 1 million liters of fuel, and 15 crew members were detained.
  • This seizure occurs amid heightened tensions with the U.S. and coincides with critical diplomatic talks scheduled in Oman.
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