Maritime traffic through Hormuz Strait surges after weeks of tensions

Maritime traffic through the Hormuz Strait rebounded sharply, with twice as many vessels transiting the strategic chokepoint.

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The surge follows weeks of geopolitical tensions disrupting global shipping.

The recovery suggests a gradual easing of regional hostilities.

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