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Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz, halting traffic

Apr 23, 202650 sources

Summary

Iran has seized multiple cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz, bringing traffic in the key shipping lane to a halt. The seizures follow a breakdown in diplomacy and the US maintaining a blockade, with Iran also firing on vessels.

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