Tag: oil exports
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Strategic Petroleum Reserve: America’s Maritime Energy Security Shield
The United States maintains a vast underground network of salt caverns holding millions of barrels of crude oil. This network, known as the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR), serves as America’s primary defense against oil supply disruptions. With approximately 372 million barrels stored safely underground, this system protects against maritime threats that could cut off energy…
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Russia’s Oil Exports: Challenges and Covert Tactics
Russia’s Oil Exports: Challenges and Covert Tactics Russia’s oil exports face significant hurdles due to sanctions imposed after its invasion of Ukraine. This article examines covert cargo transfers, particularly ship-to-ship (STS) transfers, used by Russia to sustain its oil exports. We explore the “shadow fleet” of older tankers, environmental concerns, and evasion tactics. Additionally, we…
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Navigating the Storm: U.S. Policy, Iran, and the Geopolitics of Oil
The Geopolitical Implications of U.S. Policy Toward Iran Recent geopolitical developments have seen U.S. President Donald Trump reinstate his “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran. This initiative aims to halt Tehran’s nuclear ambitions and reduce its oil exports to zero. This article explores the historical context of U.S. policy toward Iran, highlighting Trump’s criticism of former…