Iran Oil Crisis: Trump Issues 3-Day Warning as Storage Nears Full Capacity

Iran is grappling with a severe oil storage crisis due to the Strait of Hormuz blockade. Kharg Island's 30-million-barrel capacity is expected to fill within 12-13 days. While President Trump has issued a 3-day ultimatum, Iran has conveyed its conditions for reopening the strait via Pakistan.

Iran is facing escalating difficulties due to a dual blockade at the Strait of Hormuz, which has brought its oil exports to a standstill, while the cessation of exports has created a massive storage crisis for the country. Iran's primary storage facility at Kharg Island has a capacity of 30 million barrels of crude oil, which is projected to be completely filled within the next 12 to 13 days.

Storage Challenges and Infrastructure Risks

To manage the surplus, Iran has resorted to storing crude oil in 30-year-old tanker ships. There are growing fears that once the storage capacity reaches 100 percent, Iran may be forced to shut down its oil wells. S.

Diplomatic Proposals and Conditions via Pakistan

Iran has reportedly sent a proposal to the United States through Pakistan, outlining specific boundaries and conditions for negotiations, while the Iranian leadership has emphasized that it won't compromise on core issues under pressure. S, while s. S. and Israel against future attacks. Discussions regarding the nuclear program would be deferred to a later stage.

Regional Tensions and International Reactions

The diplomatic situation remains complex as Iranian MP Ibrahim Rezai questioned Pakistan's role as a mediator, suggesting that a mediator shouldn't lean toward one side, while meanwhile, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz remarked that Iran has insulted the United States during this conflict. In a separate incident reflecting the maritime tension, a ship carrying 17 Indian crew members was targeted near the coast of Oman, though all crew members have been reported safe.

Strategic Engagement with Russia

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg on Monday. During the meeting, Araghchi highlighted the high-level strategic partnership between Iran and Russia and expressed gratitude for Russia's support during the conflict. S. has failed to achieve any of its objectives in the war. President Putin reiterated Russia's commitment to doing everything possible to ensure peace in West Asia.