Regional media reported that the blockade has made it difficult for Iranian oil tankers to reach international waters, leading to a sharp drop in exports in recent weeks. Domestic storage facilities are gradually filling up, forcing Tehran to cut output, particularly at older oil fields that are difficult to restore once production is halted.
Iranian officials said engineering teams are continuously adjusting oil and gas infrastructure operations under disrupted conditions, with repeated shutdowns and restarts. A representative of Iran’s oil export sector said the country has experience handling similar situations, but acknowledged that current pressures are significant.
The developments come as US President Donald Trump said he was not satisfied with Iran’s latest proposal to end the standoff, stressing that Washington is keeping military options on the table if diplomatic efforts fail. The White House has also indicated that the blockade will remain in place until Iran agrees to a deal addressing US concerns over its nuclear program.
Meanwhile, Iran said its armed forces are prepared for any escalation scenario, heightening concerns about the risk of renewed conflict in the near term.
