# Iran war approaching Ukraine-style stalemate, shipping boss says

https://mins.news/en/item/33129

- Financial Times, 2026-08-26 12:48 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.ft.com/content/e9b2231e-79b0-40b3-a72e-6c594839e157?syn-25a6b1a6=1

> A shipping executive says the war in Iran is nearing a stalemate resembling Ukraine’s. Freight rates remain at record highs, while oil prices have fallen back amid talks between Iran and Oman on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

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