Several Iranian oil tankers have crossed the area affected by the U.S. maritime blockade on Iranian ports, according to a maritime tracking platform on Wednesday.

The development comes ahead of the expected signing of an agreement between Iran and the United States scheduled for Friday, as part of efforts to ease tensions between the two countries.

The tracking service reported that the tankers were observed navigating routes leading to Iranian ports, a move that could signal the beginning of a relaxation of restrictions on Iranian oil exports.

Global energy markets are closely monitoring the upcoming agreement, which could have significant implications for oil supplies, prices, and maritime trade in the region.