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Last update: 3 hours agoMiddle East Pressure on Shipping: Iran’s FM Abbas Araghchi urged BRICS to condemn US-Israeli aggression and warned that the Strait of Hormuz crisis is tied to a US blockade, while Seoul says the May 4 attack on the Panama-flagged HMM Namu likely involved “unidentified airborne objects” and that a non-Iranian culprit is unlikely—though investigations and a Dubai technical probe are still ongoing. Diplomacy Meets Escalation: South Korea signaled “diplomatic retribution” if Iran is formally blamed, as Tehran tightened its grip on Hormuz and warned partners over “collusion.” Panama Logistics Boost: DP World secured IATA certification for Panama air freight forwarding, adding compliance-ready capacity in a region still rerouting trade. Canal Cash & Costs: With Hormuz disruptions, Panama Canal revenues are up 10–15% and at least one auction slot reportedly hit a record $4m, underscoring how fast global energy shocks flow into Panama’s trade machine.
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