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South Korea ship to test alternative Arctic route as Mideast conflict disrupts shipping

South Korea on Saturday was set to send its first trial container through the Arctic as the Middle East war has rattled global shipping – sending governments and shipping firms scrambling to seek alternative routes. Environmental groups have warned that growing traffic along the shorter route could accelerate Arctic sea ice loss already driven by global warming.

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South Korea ship to test alternative Arctic route as Mideast conflict disrupts shipping
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