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Container Ship Sinks in Strait of Hormuz; All 21 Crew Evacuated

15 October 2026
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The Singapore-flagged GFS Pride sank after sustaining damage and catching fire in the Strait of Hormuz. All 21 crew members were evacuated safely, with no injuries reported.

The Singapore-flagged container ship GFS Pride sank after sustaining damage and catching fire while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Singapore’s Maritime and Port Authority said all 21 crew members were safely evacuated and that no injuries had been reported.

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