Iraqi tankers bypass Hormuz, stream into Syria via Rabia gate

Africanews | 06-05-2026 04:57am |

Dozens of tanker trucks transporting Iraqi oil commenced their passage into Syria on Monday through the Rabia–Yarubiyah border gate, which has recently been reopened. This development signifies the reestablishment of a crucial overland route for energy exports amid ongoing regional tensions that have been affecting maritime shipping routes. The movement of these tankers is expected to facilitate the flow of oil from Iraq to Syria, enhancing trade between the two nations.

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