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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reported that four tankers were hit in the Strait of Hormuz. Separately, Donald Trump stated that the war on Iran would "get wrapped up soon."
Location: Iran
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economicAug 27, 2026
How a 95 percent drop in Hormuz traffic changed global shipping
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A crisis in one narrow passage has disrupted an industry that carries about 80 percent of the world’s trade.
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- Al Jazeera(International)
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