Alexei Mordashov's superyacht Nord crosses blocked Strait of Hormuz
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Updated · Meduza · Apr 27
Alexei Mordashov's superyacht Nord crosses blocked Strait of Hormuz
15 articles · Updated · Meduza · Apr 27
The 142-meter vessel left Dubai on April 24 and is now headed toward Oman, according to tracking services.
Two other U.S.-sanctioned vessels and several cargo ships also transited the strait overnight, despite ongoing blockades imposed by Iran and the U.S.
Mordashov, owner of Severstal and Russia’s richest billionaire with $37 billion, re-registered Nord in Russia after sanctions. Shipping continues through the strait as Tehran refuses further talks with Washington over the blockade.
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