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US Treasury Secretary Bessent comments on oil depletion amid Iran sanctions

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 18
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent predicted on September 27 that Iran would complete its remaining oil deliveries within two weeks, leaving Tehran with “nothing left to trade for anything”. In October, the last barrels of crude stockpiled beyond the reach of a US naval blockade fell to zero. These volumes were discharged in Beijing.

From al-monitor.com

Why it matters

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The exhaustion of Iran's oil on water marks a milestone in the US sanctions campaign against Tehran. This campaign, known as Operation Economic Outcast, is backed by a maritime blockade aimed at depriving Iran of revenue to sustain its government and war effort.

From al-monitor.com

Who's involved

  • Scott BessentUnited States Secretary of the Treasury who made the prediction regarding oil deliveries
  • Donald TrumpPresident of the United States whose administration implemented the sanctions campaign
  • TehranCapital city of Iran facing economic distress due to the sanctions and blockade
  • BeijingCapital city of China where Iran discharged its remaining crude oil

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  • TehranSpeculative

    Tehran might face increased economic distress due to the loss of its primary oil revenue source

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