commercial ships
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The strikes were defensive, officials said, after Iran launched drones at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
Iran would commit to demining the Strait within 30 days so traffic can be unrestricted and untolled, though the U.S. would expect more commercial ships to flow through the Strait’s southern lane immediately.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
At the same time, the operation comes with risks to U.S. personnel and to commercial ships, most of which are still refusing to transit the strait without clear guarantees that Iran won’t attack them.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
Navy started escorting commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump declared a pause on the “Project Freedom” activities, citing progress in a deal with Iran.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
I tell you frankly, we keep our eye on Japan, and we build a good many commercial ships which would astonish you if you examined them thoroughly.
From The Great Prince Shan by Oppenheim, E. Phillips (Edward Phillips)
