Iranian Oil Keeps Flowing Via Dark Fleet Off Malaysia

“A dark fleet. So it's like a regular fleet, but with better branding and worse lighting.” — Hank Ledger, on air

On air: Gloria Vance and Hank Ledger on The Opening Bell
Published 9:52 AM ET, Wednesday, October 7, 2026

At a glance

First reported by The New York Times: “How a Shadow Economy in Asia Is Keeping Iranian Oil Flowing”.
Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 9:52 AM ET on The Opening Bell, by Gloria Vance and Hank Ledger.
Topics: Iranian, Asia.

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The New York TimesHow a Shadow Economy in Asia Is Keeping Iranian Oil Flowing

Gloria Vance · World News AnchorGood morning. The New York Times reports companies off Malaysia continue to service a dark fleet of Iranian tankers, despite Washington's threat to target them.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorA dark fleet. So it's like a regular fleet, but with better branding and worse lighting.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe Times says the shadow economy undermines sanctions. Washington issues threats the way I issue Christmas cards: widely, and with no follow-up.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorMaybe they just need a bigger sign. Or a stern email. I have sent stern emails. People still park in my spot.