U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that U.S. forces seized an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel in the Arabian Sea. According to a statement, the vessel was boarded by U.S. Marines after a U.S. Navy destroyer disabled its propulsion system. CENTCOM stated the action was taken because the ship was allegedly violating a U.S. blockade.
The command released a video on the social media platform X showing the boarding operation. The incident underscores ongoing maritime tensions in the region involving U.S. and Iranian interests.
No further details about the vessel's cargo or its intended destination were immediately provided by CENTCOM. The Iranian government has not yet issued a public statement regarding the seizure.
