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US Efforts to End Iran War Stumble as Ship Seized Near UAE

May 14, 2026Center

US efforts to end the war with Iran were dealt a setback after a commercial vessel was apparently seized by unauthorized personnel near the United Arab Emirates, increasing uncertainty over control of the critical Strait of Hormuz.

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