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Can Iran replace sea trade with land routes?

DW14 September 2026, 07:50 UTCIran

Iran is shifting trade toward northern ports and land routes as its southern shipping faces a US blockade. Analysts say the corridors can keep essential goods moving, but cannot replace maritime trade.

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