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Ship attacked in Hormuz Strait as U.S.-Iran ceasefire expiry risks prolonged conflict

CNBC Top Stories August 18, 2026 · 4:34 am Read Original
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The attack caused damage to the engine room and resulted in a crew casualty, UKMTO said, adding that the remaining crew were being assisted by the Omani Coast Guard.

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Source CNBC Top Stories
Published Aug 18, 2026 · 4:34 am
Article ID ev2ibst
Original URL Open source
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Bullish 65.0
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