The Strait of Hormuz remains dangerous and costly for shipping, despite US claims that it is open.
Hormuz shipping still faces major risks
The Strait of Hormuz remains dangerous and costly for shipping, despite US claims that it is open. Analyst Trita Parsi says Iran continues to exert control over passage, making a deal to reopen the waterway a key part of efforts to end the war.
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On October 27, a group of 12 - comprising seven trekkers, a guide, a cook and three porters - set out from Gangotri for Kedartal after obtaining permission from the Forest Department.
Kakinada (Rural) mandal records 51.75 mm by noon; the storm is likely to cross the coast near Ongole tonight