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Unidentified Ship Transits Strait of Hormuz, Raising Concerns

First article: 23 mar. 2026, 20:46 | Last update: 23 mar. 2026, 22:03 | 2 sources | 2 articles

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The appearance of a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane, has caused alarm. The ship was allegedly slated for dismantling but was spotted underway, prompting speculation about its cargo and destination. The incident highlights the challenges of maritime security and the potential for misuse of vessels in sensitive regions.

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This zombie ship was meant to be scrap metal — it just sailed the Strait of Hormuz Foto: ABC Australia
ABC Australia 23 mar. 2026, 20:46 (2 hours ago)

This zombie ship was meant to be scrap metal — it just sailed the Strait of Hormuz

Iran has effectively blocked the only way out of the Persian Gulf, leaving about 3,000 ships stranded. But two zombie ships appear to have sailed in and out of the Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz.

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NPR 23 mar. 2026, 22:03 (51 min ago)

Some ships find ways to sail through the Strait of Hormuz as hundreds are stalled

THe Strait of Hormuz isn't entirely closed -- some ships are getting through as Iran flexes its control over the strategic waterway.

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