About two-thirds of the pre-war volume of shipments pass through the Strait of Hormuz – U.S. Secretary of Energy
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U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright stated that 14 million barrels of oil are transported daily through the Strait of Hormuz, which is two-thirds of the pre-war volume. He refuted reports of a halt in shipping.
Oil tankers continue to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, despite the resumption of hostilities involving Iran. This was stated by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright on ABC News, reports Politico, writes UNN.
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According to Wright, slightly less than 14 million barrels of oil from the Persian Gulf region are currently being transported through the Strait of Hormuz daily. This is approximately two-thirds of the volume recorded before the escalation began.
We have slightly less than 14 million barrels per day from the Persian Gulf region. That is two-thirds of the pre-conflict traffic volume. Not 100% yet, but the volume is now two-thirds
Wright refuted reports of a halt in shipping
The minister also stated that information about an almost complete cessation of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz does not correspond to reality.
Almost all the public data I have seen is incorrect
According to Wright, the United States is working to ensure the unimpeded transportation of oil, gas, and other cargo through the Strait of Hormuz regardless of Iran's actions.
The US is not changing its position on Iran
Commenting on the situation in the Middle East, Wright called the current escalation a resumption of hostilities after a fruitless pause in negotiations.
At the same time, he emphasized that the strategic goal of US President Donald Trump remains unchanged – to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
The president's mission is important for peace in the Middle East and peace throughout the world