Captain of stranded ship in Strait of Hormuz tells BBC of 'pressure'
🔴 Tension RisingBBC2026-05-05
The captain of a ship stranded in the Strait of Hormuz described the 'pressure' he and his crew faced amidst the US-Iran power struggle for the strategically vital waterway. He reported being subjected to 'hundreds' of missiles and explosions, highlighting the heightened tensions between the two nations. This situation underscores the risks associated with maritime security in the region.