General · 5 May 2026
Iran's speaker warns Hormuz battle is starting
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Many ships remain stuck in the Strait of Hormuz, causing ongoing stress for seafarers and global trade. Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, warned on Tuesday their battle for control of the waterway is only beginning. This follows Donald Trump launching his 'Project Freedom' on Monday to guide vessels, after explosions hit several merchant ships.
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