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Escalating Tensions: Dozens of Ships Anchor Near Iran

1/15/2026

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Dozens of commercial ships anchored outside Iran's port limits as tensions rise after Iran warned it would target American bases if attacked.
The United States President Donald Trump is withdrawing personnel from Middle Eastern bases as tensions escalate.
Tankers entering Iran's exclusive economic zone rose from 1 to 36 between January 6 and January 12, 2025.
At least 25 bulk carriers are stationary near Bandar Imam Khomeini.

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Dozens of commercial ships anchored outside Iran's port limits as tensions rise after Iran warned it would target American bases if attacked.
The United States President Donald Trump is withdrawing personnel from Middle Eastern bases as tensions escalate.
Tankers entering Iran's exclusive economic zone rose from 1 to 36 between January 6 and January 12, 2025.
At least 25 bulk carriers are stationary near Bandar Imam Khomeini.