The US has intercepted an Iranian ship entering the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, US President Donald Trump has said. Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform that the ship was seized by the US Navy after failing to respond to a warning to stop. Iran said it was a violation of the ceasefire and it would retaliate soon for an 'act of armed piracy'. This incident marks the first ship to be seized by the US since its blockade of Iranian ports began. Here's what we know so far about it.
US Seizes Iranian Ship Amid Rising Tensions
US Seizes Iranian Ship Amid Rising Tensions
In a bold move signaling strong tensions in the region, the US Navy has intercepted and seized an Iranian ship attempting to enter the Gulf, marking the first such action under a recent naval blockade.
The United States Navy has intercepted an Iranian vessel entering the Gulf, a move described by President Trump as part of its naval blockade. Iran has condemned the seizure as an act of piracy, threatening retaliation.
