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U.S. Restores Oil Sanctions amid Punitive Strikes on Iran 

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U.S. Restores Oil Sanctions amid Punitive Strikes on Iran 

CENTCOM says the new campaign will impose a “heavy price” on Tehran after three commercial vessels were hit near the Strait of Hormuz; U.S. officials say the strikes are deliberately disproportionate and will not end soon

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Atlantic Council

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· Jul 2, 2026

With US sanctions temporarily lifted, is Iranian crude back on the menu?

The US-Iran deal waives sanctions on Iranian oil sales, but Washington will need further steps to meaningfully shift global crude trade and ensure clearer visibility into Iranian oil transactions. The post With US sanctions temporarily lifted, is Iranian crude back on the menu? appeared first on Atlantic Council.

Iran Herald

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· Jun 23, 2026

What US sanctions relief on Iranian oil means for global energy market

New York [US], June 23, (ANI): The United States has temporarily lifted sanctions on Iranian oil and petrochemical exports, a move that will allow Tehran to transact with international trading partners freely and even receive payments in dollars. 'Oil and petrochem exports are waived, blockade lifted, some frozen assets released, and a major reconstruction development plan launched for Iran,' Iranian forei

The Media Line

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· Jul 7, 2026

US reinstates Iran Oil Sanctions After Attacks on Commercial Vessels in Strait of Hormuz

The United States is reimposing sanctions on Iranian [] The post US reinstates Iran Oil Sanctions After Attacks on Commercial Vessels in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on The Media Line.

Seeking Alpha

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· Jun 23, 2026

Commodities: Oil Sells Off As U.S. Eases Sanctions On Iran

Commodities: Oil Sells Off As U.S. Eases Sanctions On Iran

Attack the System

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· Jun 25, 2026

U.S. lifts sanctions on Iranian oil

News Updates From CLG CLG News Jun 23, 2026 All links and summaries are here. U.S. lifts sanctions on Iranian oil | 22 June 2026 | The U.S. has issued a temporary sanctions waiver for Iran’s oil sector, authorizing the production, sale, delivery, and import of Iranian crude [] The post U.S. lifts sanctions on Iranian oil first appeared on Attack the System.

Arab Times Online

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· Jun 23, 2026

US Authorizes Iranian Oil Sales in Major Shift on Sanctions

WASHINGTON, Jun 23: The United States on Monday announced a broad sanctions waiver for Iran’s energy sector, authorizing the sale and transport of Iranian oil, allowing payments to...

CBC News

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· Jan 9, 2026

U.S. to permit Iranian oil sales, easing decades-old sanctions, as peace talks continue

U.S. to permit Iranian oil sales, easing decades-old sanctions, as peace talks continue

BRICS News

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· Jul 7, 2026

JUST IN: 🇺🇸🇮🇷 US blocks sale of Iranian oil again after Iran struck tankers in the Strait of H [...]

JUST IN: US blocks sale of Iranian oil again after Iran struck tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.US says Iran will only reap benefits if they exhibit good behavior.@BRICSNews

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jun 22, 2026

Strait of Hormuz: US lifts sanctions on Iranian oil

The United States has lifted sanctions on Iranian oil till August 21, 2026. The US Treasury Department announced this on Monday. The Department stressed that the temporary suspension is to enable Iran produce, sell and deliver crude oil and related products. “All transactions that were previously prohibited involving the production, sale, and transport of Iranian-origin crude oil [] Strait of Hormuz: US lifts sanctions on Iranian oil

The Economist

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· Jun 23, 2026

Waiving sanctions on Iranian oil is a huge concession by America

It will enrich an adversary

Al-Monitor

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· Jul 7, 2026

US revokes Iran oil waiver after Hormuz tanker attacks

The United States revoked a temporary sanctions waiver for Iranian oil Tuesday after three tankers were struck in the Strait of Hormuz, raising pressure on Tehran as it negotiates with Washington over ending the Middle East war.The US Treasury Department canceled a license announced in June that had allowed Iran to produce, sell and deliver crude oil and related products through August 21.Iran's actions in the Strait were wholly unacceptable to the United States and will be met with consequences, a US official told AFP.

Tehran Times

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· Jun 21, 2026

‘Reducing Iran's oil exports to zero; A wish that never came true’

TEHRAN- The admission of the ineffectiveness of oil sanctions against Iran comes after the signing of the memorandum of understanding ending the war between America and the Zionist regime against Iran, voiced by American officials. This follows Mohsen Paknejad, the oil minister, having previously responded decisively to Donald Trump's maximum pressure order aimed at reducing Iran's oil exports to zero, declaring that America's maximum pressure policy on Iran's oil exports has failed and that reducing Iran's oil exports to zero is a wish they will never achieve.

Hindustan Times

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· Jun 24, 2026

Waiving sanctions on Iranian oil is a huge concession by America

It will enrich an adversary

RTÉ News

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· Jun 22, 2026

US suspends Iran oil sanctions after Switzerland talks

The US has temporarily suspended sanctions on Iranian oil after VJD Vance said Iran would allow UN nuclear inspectors to return to the country.

Egypt Oil & Gas

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· Jul 8, 2026

US Reimposes Iran Oil Sanctions After Tanker Attacks

The United States (US) reimposed sanctions on Iranian oil on July 7, with a US official warning that Tehran’s attacks on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz were wholly unacceptable and would draw consequences, Reuters reported. Oil prices jumped more than 5 after the announcement. The US Treasury had authorized Iranian oil sales until August [] The post US Reimposes Iran Oil Sanctions After Tanker Attacks first appeared on Egypt Oil Gas.

Independent Journal Review

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· Jun 25, 2026

How US Leaders’ Attempts To Dominate The World Are Weakening One Of Our Greatest Advantages

Washington’s attempts to dominate global finance through tight sanctions could be strengthening America’s adversaries. Iran has been avoiding U.S. sanctions by using Chinese yuan to sell its oil, the Wall Street Journal

The Week

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· Jun 30, 2026

U.S. lifts oil sanctions on Iran amid chaotic talks

U.S. lifts oil sanctions on Iran amid chaotic talks

UPI

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· Jun 21, 2026

Iran: U.S. sanctions against its oil exports discussed at Swiss talks

Iran: U.S. sanctions against its oil exports discussed at Swiss talks

Russia Today

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· Jun 22, 2026

US lifts sanctions on Iranian oil

Read Full Article at RT.com

NaturalNews.com

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· Jul 9, 2026

India Considers Resuming Iranian Crude Purchases if U.S. Extends Sanctions Waiver

(NaturalNews) Indian state-owned refiners are weighing a return to purchasing Iranian crude oil if the United States extends a temporary sanctions waiver beyond its...

TRT World

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· Jun 23, 2026

US temporarily lifts sanctions on Iranian oil

The US has agreed to temporarily lift sanctions on Iranian oil during talks in Switzerland. But Tehran has denied US claims that it will allow UN nuclear inspectors into the country. Andy Roesgen reports from Washington DC.

BOL News

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· Jul 11, 2026

US imposes new Iran sanctions targeting financial network

The latest sanctions are part of Washington broader effort to increase economic pressure on Iran. The post US imposes new Iran sanctions targeting financial network appeared first on BOL News.

WRAL News

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· Jul 8, 2026

After launching strikes on Iran, Trump says ceasefire is 'over' but says negotiations can continue

The U.S. has launched strikes on Iran and revoked a license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil in retaliation for what it said were Tehran’s attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran hit back with strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait. U.S. President Donald Trump said later that the interim agreeme...

Egypt Independent

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· Jul 8, 2026

The US has reimposed Iran’s oil sanctions. What does that mean for Tehran?

The United States’ decision to reimpose penalties on sales of Iranian oil is a serious knock to Tehran, which had hoped for an economic windfall following decades of American sanctions. The temporary sanctions waiver removed penalties on foreign investors buying Iran’s oil. It was a key concession by the US, made in exchange for Iran The post The US has reimposed Iran’s oil sanctions. What does that mean for Tehran? appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Hill

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· Jul 2, 2026

The backlash to Iranian oil sanctions relief misses the point 

Sometimes the choice is between an imperfect deal and no deal at all.

NPR News

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· Jun 23, 2026

U.S. lifts Iran oil sanctions. And, federal judge rules SAVE voter tool unlawful

The U.S. has temporarily lifted oil sanctions on Iran as peace talks continue. And, a federal judge ruled that the Trump administration's data system, known as SAVE, is unlawful.

Wall Street Journal

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· Jun 22, 2026

U.S. Allows Iran to Sell Oil in Dollars for First Time in Decades

The decision temporarily dismantles sanctions imposed on Tehran’s oil industry, making it easier for the regime to repatriate profits from its crude exports.

Investing.com

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· Jun 23, 2026

Explainer-Will US and international sanctions on Iran be lifted?

Explainer-Will US and international sanctions on Iran be lifted?

The Daily Signal

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump Just Upturned China’s Illicit Petroleum Network

Per the terms of the recent U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding, the U.S. Treasury had waived sanctions on some Iranian crude oil exports for 60 days. That move quickly sent American gas prices downward. Then, on July 6, Iran renewed attacks on shipping that got the waiver revoked. But for China, there seems to be little...

Bloomberg

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· Jun 22, 2026

Oil Extends Decline as Iran Waiver Signals Peace Talks Progress

Oil extended declines on signs of progress toward an agreement to end the Iran war, which included a US waiver allowing some sales of crude and fuels from the Islamic Republic.

Powerline

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· Jun 22, 2026

First tango at Lake Lucerne

The United States is now deeply invested in the removal of the architecture of sanctions that has handicapped the Iranian regime. As of this morning, Secretary Bessent commenced the unraveling with a 60-day license allowing Iran to engage in all aspects of the oil trade in dollars. This move was in exchange for the apparent restoration of the status quo ante in the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian regime last

Modern Diplomacy

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· Jun 23, 2026

Can Iran Really Escape Decades of US Sanctions?

Iran is set to receive temporary economic relief after signing an interim agreement with the United States, but dismantling more than 40 years of sanctions will be a long and complicated process. The sanctions regime includes U.S. laws, presidential orders, United Nations measures and restrictions imposed by allies such as the European Union and Britain. [] The post Can Iran Really Escape Decades of US Sanctions? appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

BizNews

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· Jul 8, 2026

BN Daybreak: US strikes on Iran lift oil; NATO deals, SA auto subsidy; Farage quits

BN Daybreak: US strikes on Iran lift oil; NATO deals, SA auto subsidy; Farage quits

Al Jazeera

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· Jun 23, 2026

Iran war day 116: US eases Iran sanctions; Lebanon ceasefire holds

US eases oil sanctions for 60 days after Iran agrees to allow international nuclear inspections.

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jul 9, 2026

Gold futures rebound nearly 1% to ₹1.44 lakh/10g on value buying

Fresh US military strikes on Iran and retaliatory actions by Tehran pushed crude oil prices higher

Brisbane Times

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· Jun 22, 2026

Australia news LIVE: Oil sanctions lifted; State budgets handed down

Keep up with today’s news from Australia and beyond.

The Japan Times

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· Jun 23, 2026

Unraveling U.S. sanctions on Iran unlikely to be quick or easy

At issue is whether an interim U.S. deal with Iran can translate into lasting economic relief.

ING Think

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· Jun 23, 2026

The Commodities Feed: Oil sells off as US eases sanctions on Iran

Oil prices weakened as the US announced a temporary sanctions waiver on Iranian oil exports

Libertarian Institute

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· Jun 22, 2026

US Issues 60-Day Sanctions Waiver for Iranian Oil

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that Washington has issued a 60-Day waiver for sanctions on Iranian oil. “In line with the ongoing productive talks in Switzerland, Iran has committed to free and open transit in the Strait of Hormuz and to permit International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors into their country,” he wrote on X. []

South China Morning Post

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· Jul 7, 2026

US strikes Iran, revokes oil waiver after attacks on ships in Strait of Hormuz

The United States launched fresh strikes against Iran and revoked a temporary licence allowing Iranian oil sales on Tuesday, after three commercial vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, in a sharp escalation that threatened to unravel last month’s fragile ceasefire. US Central Command said American forces had begun military operations against Iran in response to attacks on commercial shipping transiting one of the world’s most strategically important waterways. “US Central Command...

The Economic Times

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· Jun 22, 2026

US suspends sanctions on Iranian oil until August 21

US suspends sanctions on Iranian oil until August 21

Drop Site News

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· Jun 23, 2026

U.S. eases Iran oil sanctions; “Alarming indications” of “imminent mass atrocities” in Sudan; Enrollment in Medicaid and ACA drops by 5 million

Drop Site Daily: June 23, 2026

Presstv

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· Jun 22, 2026

US Treasury issues waiver for Iranian oil exports under Islamabad MoU

The United States has authorized the production, delivery and sale of Iranian oil for 60 days, implementing a key provision of a recent memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran aimed at advancing talks toward a final agreement.

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jul 7, 2026

Open letter to the VP: Mr. Vance, you have options. What you don’t have is time - opinion

America has already demonstrated that it can strike Iran. That is no longer the question. The question now is whether America has the resolve to protect the gains it has already won.

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