Iran fires at ships in Strait of Hormuz despite ceasefire extension

CBS News
April 22, 2026
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Iran attacked at least three ships in the Strait of Hormuz despite President Trump's announced ceasefire extension.

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Attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane, can destabilize global energy markets, potentially leading to higher fuel prices.

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Iran attacked at least three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, according to international news agencies. This action occurred despite the indefinite ceasefire extension President Trump announced on Tuesday. The attacks raise concerns about the stability of the critical shipping lane and the effectiveness of the recently declared ceasefire. Robert Murrett, deputy director for Syracuse University's Institute for Security Policy and Law, is expected to provide further analysis on the situation.

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