US insists Strait of Hormuz is open

July 12, 2026 · Sydney Morning Herald

Huge blaze rips through Bangkok pub
A huge fire engulfed a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people before firefighters brought the blaze under control.
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At least 27 people killed in massive fire that engulfed Bangkok pub
Footage shared online by first responders shows a huge blaze raging, with flames coming out of the front door and people
Thailand PM says 27 bodies have been recovered after Bangkok pub fire
Anutin Charnvirakul says the cause of the fire in the northern part of the capital is under investigation.
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Iran says it again considers the Strait of Hormuz closed after a vessel using an ‘unauthorized route’ was struck by a wa