Oil traders seek US approval to redeploy sanctioned tankers

Oil traders are in talks with the US government to obtain approval to use certain tankers that were previously sanctioned, aiming to bring them back into service. The outcome is uncertain, as approval would depend on US policy shifts and could affect global oil supply and shipping dynamics. This development signals a potential easing of enforcement, which could increase tanker availability and pressure freight rates.

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