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diplomacyApr 14, 2026

US-sanctioned Chinese tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz despite Trump blockade

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Hormuz Blockade: Second Attempt Within 24 HoursThe tanker’s transit marks its second attempt in less than a day. Shortly after the blockade came into force, the vessel had initially approached the narrow channel near Iran’s Qeshm Island before turning back, only to resume its journey hours later.

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  • SECTIONS US-sanctioned Chinese tanker crosses StraitBy SECTIONS US-sanctioned Chinese tanker crosses Strait

    Hormuz Blockade: Second Attempt Within 24 HoursThe tanker’s transit marks its second attempt in less than a day. Shortly after the blockade came into force, the vessel had initially approached the narrow channel near Iran’s Qeshm Island before turning back, only to resume its jou…

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