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'threaten to board'

US tanker approached by Iranian gunboats in Strait of Hormuz

SUMMARY

A U.S.-flagged tanker, the Stena Imperative, was approached by Iranian gunboats in the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps threatened to board the vessel, but the tanker increased speed and continued its route under U.S. military escort.

Vanguard Tech confirmed that the ship remained outside Iranian territorial waters. UKMTO reported the incident, advising all vessels to transit cautiously. Tensions between the U.S. and Iran are high, with military build-up and upcoming negotiations.

Iran denied the encounter, claiming the ship was intercepted for entering its waters. U.S.-Iranian talks are anticipated soon.


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