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Iran: Oil exports continue under pre-sanctions era

Iran’s oil exports continue under conditions similar to the period before the snapback of sanctions, Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said.

China raises Iran oil import: Bloomberg

Beijing has increased its purchases of Iranian oil after Chinese authorities issued new quotas allowing private refiners to import crude stored on tankers waiting offshore, according to a new report.

More Iranian oil being shipped to China via Indonesia: Reuters

A new report by Reuters news agency suggests that Iran has managed to export more oil to China via Indonesia, a tactic experts believe is used to evade US sanctions aimed at restricting Iranian oil shipments.

Data shows Iran’s oil exports surged in run up to UN sanctions

Tehran continued to increase its oil exports in September despite the continued pressure of US sanctions, and just before the United Nations re-imposed its sanctions against Iran.

Iran announces major discovery of new gas and oil reserves in Fars Province

Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has announced the discovery of large natural gas and oil reserves in the Pazan field in the southern Province of Fars.

Iran says oil sales unaffected by potential snapback sanctions

Iran’s Oil Minister, Mohsen Paknejad, stated that the potential reactivation of UN sanctions by the EU, or “snapback,” would not impact the country’s oil exports beyond existing US unilateral restrictions.

Iran minister: Oil exports planned according to market conditions

Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad rejected speculation about unsold Iranian barrels stored at sea.

OPEC data shows Iran’s oil output fell slightly in July

Tehran’s oil production fell slightly in July as output continued to suffer from the impacts of a war Iran fought with Israel in June, and despite a general rise in production by members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).

Iran denies reports of 40 million barrels of oil stranded at sea

Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has strongly denied claims made by foreign media that over 40 million barrels of Iranian oil are currently sitting idle at sea due to lack of buyers.

Iran increased its oil output by nearly 0.4 mln bpd in 9 months: Report

Iran has managed to significantly raise its oil production in a short period of time under an emergency plan introduced by the government and despite the pressures of the US sanctions, according to a report published in the local media.

Iran’s oil sector ready to deal with potential return of UN sanctions: Minister

Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has stated that Tehran has been planning for a potential scenario in which the United Nations sanctions are re-imposed on the country as part of efforts by European powers to force the Islamic Republic to change its nuclear policy.

OPEC says Iran’s oil export revenues up 14% to nearly $47bn in 2024

Tehran managed to significantly increase its oil export revenues last year, according to new OPEC data, which shows that US sanctions have failed to choke off Iran’s lucrative oil business.

OPEC data shows Iran’s oil output fell slightly in June

Iran’s oil production declined slightly in June amid Israel’s war against the country, despite an overall increase in output by major oil producers, according to the latest data from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).

Iran marks 117th anniversary of oil discovery in Masjed Soleiman

Iran commemorated the 117th anniversary of the country’s first oil discovery in a ceremony held Monday, with Deputy Oil Minister Hamid Bourd stressing the pivotal role of exploration in the energy sector.

Iran to launch major oil, petrochemical projects monthly through year-end

Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad announced that starting in June, a major oil or petrochemical project will be inaugurated each month in Iran until the end of the year.

Iran’s oil exports at $67bn in year to March: Central Bank

Iran’s oil exports reached a 10-year record in the calendar year to late March, according to figures released by the country’s central bank, despite draconian US sanctions.

Iran Resumes Exploratory Oil Drilling in the Caspian

Iran’s Oil Minister, Mohsen Paknejad, issued the order to restart exploratory drilling operations in the shallow waters of the Caspian Sea, in Northern Iran, with the North Drilling Company’s rig being deployed at a depth of 70 meters.

Iran’s oil minister unveils major reforms to boost private sector participation and investment in energy projects

Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has announced a series of reforms aimed at facilitating private sector involvement and accelerating investment in the country’s oil and gas industry, as part of the administration’s broader energy development strategy.

Iran signs 4 oilfield development contracts with Russia

Iran’s Minister of Petroleum, Mohsen Paknejad, announced the signing of four major contracts with Russian companies for the development of seven Iranian oilfields.

US puts sanctions on Chinese buyers of Iranian oil

The United States has imposed sanctions on Chinese importers of Iranian oil despite being involved in negotiations with Iran to sort out differences over its nuclear program.

Minister: Reducing Iran Oil Exports Pipe Dream 

Iranian Oil Minister, Mohsen Paknejad, emphasized that the US threats to reduce the country's crude oil exports are nothing more than a pipe dream that will never materialize.

Iran calls on Iraq to counter ‘enemy provocations’ in oil trade

Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad, in a phone call on Wednesday with his Iraqi counterpart, Hayan Abdul Ghani, emphasized vigilance against what he called "enemy provocations,” according to Iran's official government news portal.

Iran intercepts major fuel smuggling involving oil export company

Iranian authorities have seized a ship carrying smuggled fuel in the Persian Gulf in a significant crackdown on illicit petroleum trade.

Iran to unveil oil investment opportunities as crude output rises

Iran's Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad announced plans to showcase new investment opportunities in the oil sector, coinciding with increased crude production of 50,000 barrels per day.

Iran asserts oil trade operates within legal frameworks, denies claims of shipment seizures

Iran’s Ministry of Petroleum has rejected claims by Iraq’s oil minister regarding the alleged seizure of Iranian oil tankers by the US, calling the reports "unfounded and politically motivated."

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