Iran shifts trade north to Caspian Sea as war impairs Strait of Hormuz
Iran is looking for alternatives to export its oil as the US blockades its southern ports.
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Iran is looking for alternatives to export its oil as the US blockades its southern ports.
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Iran is shifting trade toward northern ports and land routes as its southern shipping faces a US blockade. Analysts say the corridors can keep essential goods moving, but cannot replace maritime trade.