A US military representative reported that one billion barrels of crude oil have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in recent months. This information was presented in a video published on the official CENTCOM page, the organization responsible for operations in the Middle East.
The representative emphasized that achieving this significant milestone was ensured through assistance to over 2,000 commercial fleet vessels passing through the strait, thanks to coordinated protection. He also assured that the main transit routes in the strait are free of mines and noted the growing momentum.
The cooperative expressed pride in the Army's achievements, noting that thousands of vessels have passed through the strait, while Iran, according to him, has not exported a single barrel due to its 'iron block.' Nevertheless, he acknowledged that despite the progress, there remains a clear vision and precise focus as the Army collaborates with US intergovernmental agencies, as well as six partners of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), insurance, and maritime companies to increase traffic volume through the Strait of Hormuz.
The cooperative stated that the efforts are bearing fruit, as the volume of crude oil, cargo, and liquefied natural gas over the past two weeks exceeded any figure from the previous six months.
The CENTCOM commander further explained that cooperation is maintained with all regional partners, which includes improving air defense, forming a new coalition drone strike unit, and keeping the Strait of Hormuz and adjacent waters open and unimpeded.
This announcement came during a difficult period for President Donald Trump's administration, as the average gasoline price in the United States remained close to an all-time high—$6.43 per gallon, according to the latest data from GasBuddy—amid ongoing tension in energy markets.