Pakistan, June 17 -- At least three tankers carrying Iranian oil have passed through the US naval blockade following a framework agreement between Washington and Tehran. The development signals a gradual return of Iranian crude exports to global markets. Energy traders, oil producers, and major importers are closely monitoring the renewed supply flow.

Shipping data from Kpler, Vortexa, and LSEG showed that the Very Large Crude Carriers Hero II and Diona, each carrying two million barrels of oil, successfully sailed through the Gulf of Oman. Meanwhile, the Suezmax tanker Sonia I, carrying one million barrels, also cleared the blockade and is heading toward Singapore. A fourth vessel, the Iranian-linked Stream, is reportedly moving toward ...