Iranian oil exports up about 30% month over month amid U.S.-Israeli war

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March 12, 2026
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Iranian oil exports rose 30% in early March amid U.S.-Israeli war.

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For the first nine days of March, Iran's oil exports increased by approximately 30% compared to the first nine days of February. This information was learned by CBS News. The increase occurred amid the U.S.-Israeli war.

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