US Won't Renew Iranian, Russian Oil Waivers: Bessent

The US will not renew general licenses allowing Iran and Russia to sell certain types of crude oil, tightening sanctions enforcement on two major producers. The move is geopolitically significant and could reduce sanctioned supply availability, with potential implications for crude trade flows and near-term oil market sentiment. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the decision at a White House press briefing.

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The US will not renew general licenses allowing Iran and Russia to sell certain types of crude oil, tightening sanctions enforcement on two major producers. The move is geopolitically significant and could reduce sanctioned supply availability, with potential implications for crude trade flows and near-term oil market sentiment. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the decision at a White House press briefing.