Iran blacklists 45 tankers in Hormuz escalation

Iran has blacklisted 45 tankers for violating its rules to cross the Strait of Hormuz. According to the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, the vessels could be fined, detained, and have their cargoes confiscated. The blacklist includes various types of tankers, such as very large crude carriers and liquefied natural gas tankers.

Some of the blacklisted ships are owned by companies including the United Arab Emirates' ADNOC Logistics and Shipping, ADNOC's subsidiary Navig8 Tankers, and Saudi Arabia's Bahri. Iran warned that it would take action against any vessels transferring loads with the blacklisted tankers and that they could also be added to the blacklist.

The move comes amid escalating tensions between Iran and the US, with Washington expected to announce new measures to isolate the Iranian economy. Iran has previously stated that ship-owners must obtain its clearance to transit the strait and pay for security and other services.

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