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WorldAre Hormuz ships more willing to defy Iran or the US? Traffic data offers clues

The US and Iran both claim control over the Strait of Hormuz and back competing transit routes. Kpler data shows that 236 vessels crossed between August 1 and 19, with most using dark or unclassified routes. Among oil and gas carriers, 21 openly used the Iranian route, compared with only two on the Omani route.

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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-08-20 08:43Original

Are Hormuz ships more willing to defy Iran or the US? Traffic data offers clues
Are Hormuz ships more willing to defy Iran or the US? Traffic data offers cluesWorld