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Iran seizes oil tanker in Gulf of Oman amid US military actions
Iranian state media reports the seizure of the oil tanker Ocean Koi in the Gulf of Oman. The US military reportedly disabled two ships following an attack on an Iranian tanker. (sources: aljazeera, reuters, middleeasteye)
Image: aljazeera
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Iran has seized the oil tanker Ocean Koi in the Gulf of Oman, according to state media. This action follows a reported US military response to an attack on an Iranian oil tanker.
- Iranian state media released a video showing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps boarding the Ocean Koi.
- The US military reportedly disabled two ships after coming under missile fire.
- Iran claims the seizure was a response to the US attack on its oil tanker.
Why it matters
This incident highlights ongoing tensions between Iran and the US in the region, particularly concerning maritime security and oil transport.
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