2 Canadian freight ships stuck in Strait of Hormuz for months

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Two commercial freight ships owned by a Canadian shipping firm have been trapped in the Persian Gulf for nearly five months (136 days), unable to safely cross the highly volatile Strait of Hormuz. The vessels, owned by Quebec-based Desgagnés, are the only known Canadian merchant ships caught in the region since major geopolitical hostilities erupted.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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