It is the centerpiece of Iran's oil industry. Located some 25 kilometers, or 15 miles, off the shore of mainland Iran, Kharg Island is a small but vital strip of land, for the Iranian regime. Around 90% of its crude oil exports pass through here. FRANCE 24's Solange Mougin reports.
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Kharg Island: Iran’s ‘untouchable’ oil artery? • FRANCE 24 English

It is the centerpiece of Iran's oil industry. Located some 25 kilometers, or 15 miles, off the shore of mainland Iran, Kharg Island is a small but vital stri...

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While Iranian forces continue to block the Strait of Hormuz, which normally carries around 20 percent of global oil supplies, a number of ships linked to China have managed to transit through the strait, leaving some to speculate a deal has been made between Beijing and Tehran.
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Why are ships linked to China getting through the Strait of Hormuz? • FRANCE 24 English

While Iranian forces continue to block the Strait of Hormuz, which normally carries around 20 percent of global oil supplies, a number of ships linked to Chi...

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