U.S. sanctions pressure has left ~20 Iranian‑linked tankers stranded near Sri Lanka, crews reporting food shortages.
U.S. pressure on Iran has left dozens of Iranian‑linked tankers stranded in Asian waters, with crews facing shortages. The State Department waived human‑rights conditions on $320 million of military aid to Egypt, citing its role since the U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran began.
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- 1 Oct 2026 · 15:02 UTC
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- 1 Oct 2026 · 15:02 UTC
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