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Ship-to-Ship Crude Oil Transfer Observed Near IRGC Naval Base in Iran
A very large crude carrier and a tanker conducted a ship-to-ship transfer of crude oil today near an Iranian naval base. The activity occurred in front of the IRGC facility at Jask East Bay, with speedboats observed in the area. The incident was reported by @MarioNawfal, citing @tom_bike.
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A very large crude carrier (VLCC) and a tanker were observed conducting a ship-to-ship transfer of crude oil today. Speedboats were spotted swarming around the vessels during the activity.
The observation highlights ongoing maritime activities in the region, which @MarioNawfal described as involving oil transfers. The source noted the proximity to the IRGC base but provided no further details on the vessels' origins or destinations. No official statements from Iranian authorities were mentioned in the report.
Such ship-to-ship transfers can occur for various logistical reasons, though they are sometimes associated with efforts to circumvent international sanctions on oil exports. The report did not specify any violations or responses from authorities.
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