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"A Wall of Fire": Eyewitness View of an Attack in the Strait of Hormuz | Week 10 Recap
This episode provides a harrowing eyewitness account of a missile attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, alongside a detailed recap of escalating maritime conflicts and geopolitical maneuvers impacting global shipping.

What is happening on board ships in the Persian Gulf? | Update on Strait | Trump Admin Acts
As 20,000 mariners remain trapped in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran establishes a 'toll gate' for approved vessels, while the US administration implements controversial policies like unsanctioning Iranian oil and waiving the Jones Act, drawing sharp criticism for perceived contradictions and ineffectiveness.
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