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Two container ships sink near strait of Hormuz amid surge in Iranian attacks

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Donald Trump category. Published on October 14, 2026 • Originally reported by Peter Beaumont Senior international correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

Vessels hit by missiles as rise in strikes suggests Iran is trying to close waterway before US midterm elections

Two container ships have ⁠sunk near the strait of Hormuz after being struck by missiles amid the sharpest rise in Iranian attacks on shipping since the start of the US-Israel war with Iran.

The increase in attacks suggests Iran is trying to fully close the strategic waterway in a deliberate attempt to frustrate Donald Trump’s efforts to bring down fuel prices before the US midterm elections on 3 November.

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