US President Trump compares US forces to pirates in Iran dispute

US President Donald Trump has described US naval forces as “pirates” in their actions against Iranian shipping vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

According to reports, the US Navy has been enforcing a blockade on Iran’s ports since 2019, with multiple incidents involving Iranian-flagged ships. At least three such vessels have been seized by US authorities.

The exact circumstances surrounding these seizures are not yet clear, but officials from both countries have provided varying accounts of the events. The US claims that its actions are necessary to protect American interests and personnel in the region.

Iran has denied any wrongdoing on the part of its ships, stating that they were simply exercising their right to navigate through international waters. Tehran has also accused the US of violating international law by imposing a blockade without prior notification.

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway for global oil supplies, with millions of barrels passing through it every day. The region’s geopolitical tensions have been escalating in recent years, with the US and Iran engaging in a series of confrontations.

Details of the seizures remain scarce, but officials from both countries are expected to provide further information in the coming days.

Source: Al Jazeera