Iran Justifies Ship Seizure Near Strait of Hormuz

Iran has justified the recent seizure of the Marshall Islands-flagged tanker named Talara near the Strait of Hormuz, asserting it as a legal action. This incident marks a notable return to aggressive tactics by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which had previously stepped back from such threats. The ongoing tensions in the Gulf highlight the precarious security situation surrounding maritime operations in the region. This action is part of a broader pattern of Iranian maritime aggression.

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