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centerLIVE UPDATEIran announces alternative routes to Hormuz Strait, local media reports
NEWS SUMMARY
Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced on April 9, 2026, that ships must use alternative routes to the Strait of Hormuz. This directive aims to ensure maritime safety and protect vessels from potential sea mine collisions.
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