Russian oligarch’s superyacht allowed through strait of Hormuz, source says
Summary
A superyacht owned by Russian billionaire Alexei Mordashov passed through the Strait of Hormuz without objections from Iran or the United States. The yacht, worth over $500 million, sailed under a Russian flag on an approved route while following international maritime law.Key Facts
- The superyacht is named Nord and is owned by Russian billionaire Alexei Mordashov.
- The yacht sailed through the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway near the Gulf, on Saturday.
- Neither Iran nor the U.S. objected to the yacht passing through the strait.
- Iran allowed the yacht to pass because it is a civilian vessel from a friendly country.
- The United States did not raise concerns since the yacht did not stop at Iranian ports and has no ties to Iran.
- The yacht underwent maintenance in Dubai prior to its transit.
- Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped significantly since February 28 due to conflicts.
- After crossing the strait, the yacht was near the coast of Oman.
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