Cargo Vessel Hijacked, Diverted to Somalia
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- Category: World News
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-27 12:44 UTC
- Sources: Al Jazeera
A cargo vessel has been hijacked and diverted towards Somalia while the Strait of Hormuz is closed. Maritime traffic has been affected as a result.
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