commercial ships

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The strikes were defensive, officials said, after Iran launched drones at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

But rather than wait for Iran, the U.S. could at least resume guiding commercial ships out of the Strait.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

The Wall Street Journal also said the White House was considering restarting an operation to help commercial ships through the Strait, which Trump dropped after just a day earlier this week.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

President Trump paused a plan to guide trapped commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, expressing optimism for a deal to end the conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

I tell you frankly, we keep our eye on Japan, and we build a good many commercial ships which would astonish you if you examined them thoroughly.

From The Great Prince Shan by Oppenheim, E. Phillips (Edward Phillips)