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Hormuz Breakthrough: 2000 Ships Pass Safely, 1 Billion Barrels Oil Delivered Amidst Tensions
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News18•20-09-2026, 03:20
Hormuz Breakthrough: 2000 Ships Pass Safely, 1 Billion Barrels Oil Delivered Amidst Tensions
- •The Strait of Hormuz saw over 2,000 cargo ships, including crude oil, heavy cargo, and LNG vessels, pass safely in two weeks, a first in 6 months.
- •US Central Command announced a record movement of over 1 billion barrels of crude oil delivered globally without hindrance.
- •This achievement comes despite an Iranian attack on an oil tanker, proving the US military's success in keeping the route open and safe.
- •Admiral Brad Cooper stated the US Navy and allies developed a robust security strategy, providing safe escort for commercial vessels.
- •The US military confirmed the removal of sea mines from Hormuz's main lanes and claimed sanctions have halted Iran's oil exports.
Key Questions Answered
Over 2,000 cargo ships have safely passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past two weeks under strong security, delivering more than 1 billion barrels of crude oil globally.
The US Navy and its allies are providing safe escort for large commercial vessels, clearing dangerous sea mines, strengthening Gulf air defenses, and deploying a brand new Coalition Attack Drone Unit.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed an attack on a Togo-flagged oil tanker named Trend for allegedly crossing illegally, while another tanker was hit by an unknown projectile causing a fire that was quickly contained.
