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Ship Attacks Near Hormuz Reach Record High

Updated 2026-10-16 05:10 UTC 1 source Negative

BBC Verify reports that ship attacks near the Strait of Hormuz have reached a record high this week, with 12 vessels struck in a single week, slowing oil exports.

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Ship attack reports near Hormuz reach record high as oil exports slow

BBC Verify analysis of data from a UK maritime agency shows 12 vessels were struck in a week.

2026-10-16 05:00 UTC