Iranian
media, citing Fars News Agency, reported over $1 billion in oil revenues
collected in an 11-day period ending September 2, boosting foreign currency
reserves despite U.S. economic pressures.
This came right after American forces escorted 40 commercial vessels with 18 million barrels of oil through the strait on Tuesday, while hitting nearly 60 Iranian air defenses and maritime assets.
The announcement fits Iran's pattern of highlighting oil income resilience during blockades and strikes, though some online voices question the state-linked claims.