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Apr
Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The United States is stepping up efforts to rally international partners for a new maritime initiative aimed at restoring commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, as disruptions linked to tensions with Iran continue to impact global trade. Officials are reportedly proposing a coordinated framework that would bring together multiple nations to ensure safe navigation in the Gulf. The plan is expected to involve intelligence-sharing, diplomatic coordination and enforcement mechanisms to counter threats to vessels passing through the strategic waterway. The Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for oil shipments worldwide, has seen reduced activity amid heightened…
