US weighs easing sanctions on Iran-linked shadow fleet tankers

Summary

The US is considering easing sanctions on shadow-fleet tankers linked to Russia and Iran, Middle East Eye reports, as soaring freight rates push up energy-shipping costs. The outlet says Energy Secretary Chris Wright told an energy forum in Riyadh that the administration was discussing the move; the report says the aim is to address shipping costs and rising diesel prices.

Timeline

1. Middle East Eye

   16 Oct 2026, 18:01 UTCSource ↗

   Middle East Eye reports that the US is considering easing sanctions on shadow-fleet tankers linked to Russia and Iran to address rising shipping costs and diesel prices.

2. Middle East Eye

   16 Oct 2026, 20:54 UTCSource ↗

   Middle East Eye's live-blog entry repeats the report that the US is considering easing sanctions on shadow-fleet tankers; it adds no new development.