Iranian Vice President Sheena Ansari has confirmed that a foreign tanker caused the recent oil spill near Kharg Island. The spill has led to the closure of oil jetties on Kharg Island, disrupting Iran's oil exports and threatening the marine environment. Satellite images show the jetties remained empty as of May 12, indicating ongoing operational disruptions.
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Disruption of oil exports from Iran’s key terminal at Kharg Island reduces supply, potentially pushing global oil prices higher.
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