Ship attacked in Hormuz Strait as U.S.-Iran ceasefire expiry risks prolonged conflict
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Source: CNBC
Published: 2026-08-18 14:01 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Middle East, Military & Defence, Iran, Trade & Sanctions, US Politics, Business & Economy, War & Conflict
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A cargo vessel was struck by a projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, the U.K. Maritime Trade Operations agency said Tuesday, signaling persisting navigation risks in the waterway as Washington and Tehran harden their positions.
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