### [2026-05-7](/feed/2026/05/7/index.md)

##### Middle Eastern crisis
# The Iranian Ports and Maritime Organization says that ports in Iran are prepared to provide maritime services, technical support, supplies, and medical assistance to ships operating in the Strait of Hormuz. 




### Sources:

1. [AA](https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/iran-says-ports-ready-to-provide-support-services-to-ships-in-strait-of-hormuz/3929651)

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