IMO pauses Strait of Hormuz escort operations following attack on vessel
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International Maritime Organization (IMO), Iran's Revolutionary Guards
Strait of Hormuz
June 25, 2026
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The IMO paused escort operations in the Strait of Hormuz after a projectile hit the Singapore-flagged Ever Lovely. Iran warned vessels against using unapproved routes, threatening action against non-compliant ships. The incident has reignited concerns over oil flow stability and Iran's control over the waterway.
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