Empty Sanctioned Iran Tanker Moves Toward Gulf, Testing Blockade

Empty Sanctioned Iran Tanker Moves Toward Gulf, Testing Blockade A supertanker sanctioned for its role in moving Iranian oil is moving toward the Persian Gulf, testing a US blockade that’s been in place since mid-April. The Tejas was spotted approaching the Gulf of Oman on Monday with its transponder switched on. It’s the first observed sanctioned vessel to approach the area while broadcasting its position since the US and Iran agreed to an interim deal aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel’s draft suggests it is not carrying cargo.