The co-owners of the Stena Immaculate oil tanker praised the crew’s “exceptional bravery” following a collision with the Solong cargo ship in the North Sea. One crew member from the Solong is missing and presumed dead, while the Russian captain has been charged with gross negligence manslaughter. HM Coastguard continues to remove plastic pellets washed up on beaches, with salvage operations ongoing for both vessels.
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Military bases or vital waterway: Iran weighs response to US strikes
Iran is planning to retaliate against US air strikes on its nuclear sites, primarily by targeting US forces in the region or potentially closing the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil transit route. While some analysts suggest that Iran might disrupt shipping in the strait, it is seen as a risky move that could harm its own economy and escalate tensions with Gulf countries aligned with the US. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5:...
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