Energy Security

Iran seizes oil tanker close to Strait of Hormuz

Crew of unidentified vessel detained and facing charges

Iran has seized another small oil tanker in its campaign against fuel smuggling.
Iran has seized another small oil tanker in its campaign against fuel smuggling.Photo: AFP/SCANPIX
TradeWinds correspondentAthens
Published 16 July 2025, 09:40Updated 16 July 2025, 09:40
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