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BREAKING: Iran Opens FIRE On Ship In Hormuz, DAMAGES Vessel As IRGC Flexes Control

BREAKING: Iran Opens FIRE On Ship In Hormuz, DAMAGES Vessel As IRGC Flexes Control

Tensions in the Middle East spike sharply after an Iranian IRGC gunboat opened fire on a commercial vessel near the Strait of Hormuz — one of the world’s most critical oil routes. The ship’s bridge was damaged, but all crew members were reported safe and the vessel remains operational. The incident, confirmed by UK Maritime Trade Operations, reportedly occurred without prior wa ing, contradicting Iran’s claim that it was enforcing maritime law. This comes amid an already fragile U.S.–Iran ceasefire and ongoing naval tensions, raising serious conce s over global shipping security and energy supply stability.

Video Published On: Wednesday, Apr 22, 2026, 02:09 [IST]
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