Nationwide protests in Iran are threatening the country's upstream oil sector, which has restored output to around 3.2 million barrels per day despite sanctions. The National Iranian Oil Company faces financial challenges, with oil exports expected to drop to 1 million bpd and significant operational costs due to shadow logistics. China remains the primary buyer, accounting for 90% of Iran's oil exports, but the sustainability of this model is in question.
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