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Ship catches fire southern Strait of Hormuz PHOTO

08 August 2026 11:47

A ship caught fire in the southern part of the Strait of Hormuz, according to satellite imagery.

A vessel has arrived at the scene to help contain an oil spill and extinguish the fire, Fars reports.

No further details about the incident, including the vessel involved or the cause of the fire, have been reported.

By Sabina Mammadli

Caliber.Az

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