942 Iran War Begins? Tehran Loads Oil Ships & Tankers In Wartime Pace; Saudi Ramps Up Exports

27 Feb 2026Iran is rapidly loading oil shipments amid fears of a potential US strike, while Saudi Arabia is increasing its oil production and exports as a contingency plan. The US has intensified its financial crackdown on Iran, targeting its shadow fleet of oil tankers and procurement networks, aiming to disrupt the flow of oil revenue that funds Iran’s military programmes. This escalation in economic warfare raises concerns about potential disruptions to global oil markets, particularly through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.