US energy secretary: 9 million barrels per day flow through Strait of Hormuz
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz remain high, averaging 9 million barrels per day over the past week.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright reported that oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz remains robust, averaging approximately 9 million barrels per day over the past week. The official stated on Tuesday that total oil transport through the strait, including pipeline and newly upgraded export facility routes, reaches up to 15 million barrels per day.
Wright highlighted that an additional 5 to 7 million barrels daily are now moving out of the region via these enhanced infrastructure. On Sunday alone, over 20 million barrels exited the Gulf region, surpassing the average levels observed prior to recent conflicts. Separately, Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Tehran's demands are satisfied.
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