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Russian superyacht sails through blockaded Strait of Hormuz

Russian superyacht sails through blockaded Strait of Hormuz

Summary

A large Russian superyacht named Nord passed through the Strait of Hormuz recently. This area has been blockaded due to tensions between the U.S. and Iran. The yacht was one of the few private boats to navigate the waterway during this time.

Key Facts

  • The vessel is a Russian-flagged superyacht called Nord.
  • Nord is almost 142 meters long.
  • The yacht departed from a port in Dubai.
  • The Strait of Hormuz has been blockaded due to conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
  • Few private vessels have been able to pass through the strait since the blockade began.
  • MarineTraffic, a platform that tracks ship movements, provided the data showing Nord’s movement.
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