Iran Confirms Seizure of Tanker in Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has seized the Talara tanker, registered under the Marshall Islands, in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming it violated laws by carrying unauthorized cargo, reportedly high-sulphur gasoil. The tanker, having departed from the UAE for Singapore, lost contact with its crew as it was approached by IRGC boats. The US Navy is monitoring the situation, emphasizing the right to navigation on the high seas. Iran has a history of seizing vessels in this crucial shipping route, often citing maritime violations.

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