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First French Tanker Escapes Strait of Hormuz

Global shipping companies desperately test the dangerous waters. A massive French liquefied natural gas tanker just passed through the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel carried thousands of tons of volatile cargo to Pakistan. This marks the first French ship to cross since February. Iran and the United States finally signed a highly fragile truce. Corporations wasted absolutely no time rushing back to the region.

Profits Over People

The water remains incredibly dangerous for commercial sailors. Unexploded naval mines still litter the vital maritime choke point. However, energy companies prioritize massive profits over basic crew safety. They force working-class mariners to sail through an active conflict zone. The global economy demands a constant flow of cheap energy. Human lives mean absolutely nothing to the shipping cartels.


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Author: Amita Kalsi   

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