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IRGC orders cargo ship Bhagya Laxmi to turn back

The Iranian Navy has ordered the cargo vessel Bhagya Laxmi not to cross the Strait of Hormuz, citing a lack of permission.

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Friday, 17 April 2026 at 20:48 UTC
IRGC orders cargo ship Bhagya Laxmi to turn back
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The Iranian Navy has ordered the cargo vessel Bhagya Laxmi to turn back from the Strait of Hormuz, stating it did not have permission to transit the strategic waterway. A radio conversation between the ship and the Iranian Navy was posted online, capturing the moment the order was given. This incident illustrates the ongoing enforcement of Iran's maritime regime in the strait, where vessels must coordinate their passage with Iranian authorities. The Bhagya Laxmi is the latest ship to be turned away under these rules.
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17 Apr@officialrnintel

A social media post with media confirms the vessel complied and turned back.

17 AprMiddle East Spectator — MES

The message adds that the ship originates in the UAE and has an Indian crew.

17 AprDD Geopolitics

New video evidence shows the radio conversation between the ship's crew and the Iranian Navy, confirming the denial of passage.

17 AprEnemy Watch — Official

New details confirm the vessel's cargo originated from the UAE and that the crew members were Indian.

17 AprFrente Militar y Geopolítico

Video footage confirms the vessel complied with the IRGC order and turned back.

17 AprFrente Militar y Geopolítico

A video of the radio conversation between the ship and the Iranian Navy has been posted online, providing direct audio of the order.

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