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US Denies Report Of Ship Being Hit Near Hormuz
The denial comes following reports of a missile attack near Jask Port. The US military has denied reports that a US frigate was hit by rockets near Jask Port. This follows previous claims regarding maritime activity near the Strait of Hormuz.
Radio Renascença
US Warship Reportedly Hit By Rockets Near Jask
Two rockets reportedly struck a US frigate. The US Central Command is supporting a maritime corridor project in the region. Two rockets were reportedly fired at a US frigate in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran claims success in deterring US and Israeli vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Baywave FM Japan
Iranian Navy Fires Warning Missiles Near Hormuz Strait
A US warship was hit by rockets near the Strait of Hormuz. Two commercial ships flying the US flag passed through the Strait of Hormuz while US Navy missile destroyers were on a mission in the Hawaii region. US military is actively assisting efforts to restore commercial shipping transit, according to the US Central Intelligence Department. President Donald Trump stated that multiple countries have requested American assistance to escort vessels stuck in the Hormuz Strait. Merchant ships have been observed traversing the waterway. Foreign forces have been warned to stay away from the strait. The broadcast mentioned that the US Navy's Fifth Fleet escorted commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz. This area extends from the westernmost point of Qeshm Island in Iran to the Emirate of Umm Al Quwain in the United Arab Emirates.
CRI Huayu Global
US Central Command Supports Hormuz Maritime Freedom
The US Central Command announced that its forces will begin supporting the 'Freedom' initiative on May 4th, aiming to restore freedom of navigation for commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
CNR Voice of China
Operation Launched To Unblock Gulf Vessels
An operation was launched on Monday to unblock ships that have been stuck in the Gulf for two months. Iran has denounced the operation, claiming it constitutes a violation of a ceasefire. The development occurs amid ongoing maritime tensions in the region.
Africa Radio
US Warship Reportedly Hit By Rockets Near Hormuz
Vessels sailing in the Strait of Hormuz were targeted by a missile attack near Jask Port, according to Fars News Agency. The agency reported the incident occurred after warnings to the Iranian Navy were ignored.
BBC Arabic
Two Rockets Reportedly Hit US Frigate
The Iranian state news agency Fars reported that a US warship was hit by two rockets near the Strait of Hormuz. The report states the cause of the strike is under investigation. This development follows recent tensions in the region.
NRK P2
US Dollar Exchange Rate Hits 195,000 Toman
The US dollar has reached an exchange rate of 195,000 Toman. The economic implications are being monitored.
CNR Voice of China
US Dollar Exchange Rate Hits 195,000 Toman
The US dollar exchange rate reached 195,000 Toman.
Tokyo FM
US Dollar Exchange Rate Hits 195,000 Toman
The selling rate for the US dollar has reached between 190,000 and 195,000 Iranian toman in the 90s. This marks a significant movement in the currency market. The development impacts trade and economic stability. The new rate reflects current economic conditions.
Iran International