Container ship sinks in Strait of Hormuz as Iran steps up attacks

Iran has escalated its strikes on commercial ships transiting Hormuz in recent weeks, as it tries to choke off a rebound in crude oil exports.
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Iran’s recent increase in attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz highlights tensions in the region, particularly as the country aims to disrupt the recovery of crude oil exports. The sinking of a container ship underscores the risks for maritime trade in this critical waterway.

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