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UPDATED May 15, 2026 at 12:05 AM ET
May 14, 2026 at 10:05 AM ET
Iran allows some Chinese ships through Strait of Hormuz
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Iranian news agencies say some Chinese ships are being allowed through the Strait of Hormuz after Beijing reached out diplomatically.
WHO: Iranian news agencies
WHAT: Iran allows some Chinese ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz following diplomatic outreach from Beijing.
WHEN: May 14, 2026 at 1:52 PM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz, Iran
WHY: Beijing made diplomatic outreach to Iran after a vessel seizure.
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