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Burst of Attacks in Gulf Heightens Fears Over Fragile Energy Trade

Burst of Attacks in Gulf Heightens Fears Over Fragile Energy Trade
NYT Business Monday 05 October 2026, 13:22 UTC By Lisa Friedman and Jenny Gross 1 min read
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Ships near the Strait of Hormuz last week. More tankers have moved through the strait in recent weeks.

Ships near the Strait of Hormuz last week. More tankers have moved through the strait in recent weeks.
the Strait of Hormuz (LOCATION)
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