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Supertankers Turn From Gulf Oil Transfer Hub Amid Iran’s Attacks

Bloomberg Markets·October 12, 2026·1 min read

A growing number of empty supertankers are turning away from the Persian Gulf as escalating Iranian attacks threaten a critical transfer hub for wartime oil shipments, according to recent reports. The shift could disrupt global oil supply routes, raising concerns about energy security amid heightened tensions in the region.

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