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Marine insurers rush to reprice war risk cover amid US-Israeli strikes on Iran

Shipping firms face stricter underwriting terms and rising costs as marine insurers react to heightened conflict risk in the Gulf and surrounding waters.

By Vipal Durge

March 3, 2026

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