US seizes Iranian ship with dual-use equipment, sources confirm

US Seizes Iranian Ship Carrying Dual-Use Equipment, Sources Say

The US Coast Guard has seized an Iranian-flagged ship, according to sources. The vessel is believed to be carrying equipment that could be used for both civilian and military purposes.

Details of the seizure are not yet available. However, it is reported that the ship was part of a fleet that frequently visited China.

Iran’s government has vowed retaliation against the US over the seizure. A spokesperson for the Iranian government stated that “no decision” had been made regarding new peace talks with the US.

The incident comes as tensions between Iran and the US remain high. The US Navy has been actively patrolling the region to enforce a maritime blockade on Iran.

In response to the seizure, the US Navy has taken steps to prevent similar incidents in the future. One such measure involves shooting out the engines of suspected cargo ships to prevent them from reaching their destinations.

The incident highlights the ongoing tensions between Iran and the US, as well as the US Navy’s efforts to enforce a maritime blockade on the country.

Source: Google News World