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UPDATED May 18, 2026 at 7:05 AM ET
May 14, 2026 at 5:03 AM ET
Ship seized near UAE as another cargo ship sinks
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A ship anchored off the UAE was seized and taken toward Iran, while a cargo ship near Oman sank after an attack.
WHO: Authorities
WHAT: A ship anchored off the UAE was seized and taken toward Iran; another cargo ship near Oman sank after being attacked.
WHEN: May 15, 2026 at 1:11 AM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz (off the UAE and near Oman)
WHY: No specific cause was reported for the incidents.
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