US may remove sanctions on Iranian oil stranded in tankers, Bessent says
- Posted on March 19, 2026
- By Business News Today
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US may remove sanctions on Iranian oil stranded in tankers, Bessent says
The landscape of oil supply may soon shift dramatically as the United States contemplates easing sanctions on Iranian oil trapped at sea. This could unlock access to an impressive 140 million barrels of crude, a move aimed at reducing soaring global prices. To supplement this effort, the US plans to draw from its strategic reserves.