Iranian Ministry Condemns Seizure of Ship by U.S. Forces
The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement Monday, strongly condemning the seizure of the Iranian cargo ship, Touska, by U.S. forces.
The ministry is calling for the “immediate release of the Iranian ship, its crew and their families.”
According to President Donald Trump, the U.S. Navy initiated action against the vessel on Sunday after the Touska attempted to transit the U.S. maritime blockade in the Strait of Oman.
Military images released by the U.S. Department of Defense depict a missile-guided destroyer engaging the ship, followed by the evacuation of sailors via helicopter. The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs characterized the incident as a “serious violation” and expressed concerns regarding the safety of the crew.
The ministry’s statement emphasized the need for a swift resolution. Following the action, Iranian officials vowed to retaliate for the seizure of the ship. The situation remains tense as international observers monitor developments in the Strait of Oman.
The U.S. continues to maintain that the action was taken to enforce the maritime blockade, while the Iranian government demands the immediate release of the iranian ship.
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