Attacks and ship seizures in Strait of Hormuz imperil talks to end Iran war

22/04/2026 09:19 Washington Post

Renewed Iranian attacks on cargo vessels and U.S. seizures of ships linked to Iran threaten to scuttle diplomatic efforts even as President Trump extended a ceasefire.

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18/04/2026 06:51 Washington Post

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09/04/2026 00:58 Washington Post

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08/04/2026 20:22 Washington Post

Hormuz traffic at standstill, strikes reported in Gulf amid fragile Iran ceasefire

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07/04/2026 16:34 Washington Post

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