Middle East live: Oil tanker reports 'two explosions' in Strait of Hormuz

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An oil tanker passing through the Strait of Hormuz near Oman reported hearing two explosions, a British maritime agency said Thursday. Earlier, Iran said an agreement with Oman over the strait is in its final stages, while US President Donald Trump suggested a deal could be announced within days. Fo

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Geopolitical developments like this can affect international relations, trade and regional stability. Directly involves Iran.

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