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Indian Coast Guard Seizes Three Tankers Smuggling Iranian Oil

2/10/2026

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Coast Guard Intercepts Smugglers

The Indian Coast Guard intercepted three sanctioned oil tankers in the Arabian Sea suspected of smuggling Iranian oil.
The operation occurred about 100 nautical miles from Mumbai.
The vessels were identified as Al Jafzia, Asphalt Star, and Stellar Ruby, linked to a network led by Indian national Jugwinder Singh Brar.
The U.S. Treasury emphasizes disrupting Iran's oil exports, which finance destabilizing activities.

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Iran's Fleet Threatens

Iran's aging oil tankers, part of a sanctions-busting shadow fleet, pose a significant environmental threat as many exceed their safe service life, with some over 30 years.
Analysts warn a disaster could surpass the Exxon Valdez spill.
The Iranian fleet uses deceptive practices to evade sanctions, fueling a trade worth billions.
The UK government has challenged around 600 suspected vessels since October 2024 to disrupt these operations.

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Coast Guard Intercepts Smugglers

The Indian Coast Guard intercepted three sanctioned oil tankers in the Arabian Sea suspected of smuggling Iranian oil.
The operation occurred about 100 nautical miles from Mumbai.
The vessels were identified as Al Jafzia, Asphalt Star, and Stellar Ruby, linked to a network led by Indian national Jugwinder Singh Brar.
The U.S. Treasury emphasizes disrupting Iran's oil exports, which finance destabilizing activities.

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