USA may ease sanctions on Russia's shadow fleet

The White House could soon permit previously sanctioned tankers from Russia, Iran, and Venezuela to transport oil not subject to US restrictions, according to Reuters. The goal is to increase supply from the Persian Gulf and lower shipping costs, which are currently suppressing demand for American crude.

Energy Aspects analysts note that easing sanctions will likely have minimal impact on transport costs, as most tankers already operate in defiance of them, while insurers remain bound by EU and UK limits.

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