At least three ships targeted by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz

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At least three container ships trying to transit the Strait of Hormuz have reportedly been targeted by gunfire. Iran is continuing to impose restrictions on the key waterway saying it's seized two ships attempting to cross. Donald Trump said last night he was extending the ceasefire. We speak to seafarers' unions about the situation, and hear views from Americans and Iranians. Ukraine says it has resumed pumping Russian oil through a pipeline into Hungary and Slovakia, bringing to an end months of deadlock over a loan seen as vital European Union support for Kyiv. We speak to BBC Ukrainian and our Europe digital editor. Leicester City has been relegated to League One, the third tier of English football, just 10 years after their famous Premier League title win. We speak to football journalists and hear from fans. Colombia's President has announced the end of peace talks with a key rebel group. We explain the background. Presenter: James Reynolds. (Photo: Ships and boats in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, April 22, 2026. Credit: Stringer/Reuters)