Strait of Hormuz crisis traps 6,000 sailors as attacks on ships mount, UN maritime chief says
Around 6,000 seafarers remain trapped near the Strait of Hormuz as 24 ships face attacks, while Iran accuses the U.S. military of using VHF Channel 16.
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What happenedAround 6,000 seafarers remain trapped near the Strait of Hormuz as 24 ships face attacks, while Iran accuses the U.S. military of using VHF Channel 16.
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Right / center-rightStrait of Hormuz crisis traps 6,000 sailors as attacks on ships mount, UN maritime chief says
Strait of Hormuz crisis traps 6,000 sailors as attacks on ships mount, UN maritime chief says
Around 6,000 seafarers remain trapped near the Strait of Hormuz as 24 ships face attacks, while Iran accuses the U.S. military of using VHF Channel 16.
