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UN says 1,500 ships trapped in Gulf due to Iran conflict

A UN maritime organization said about 1,500 ships are trapped in the Gulf because of the Iran conflict.
WHO: UN maritime organisation
WHAT: UN reports roughly 1,500 ships trapped in the Gulf due to the Iran conflict.
WHEN: May 7, 2026 at 12:08 PM ET
WHERE: Gulf
WHY: Ships are trapped as a result of the Iran conflict.

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