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Iran Seizes Two Merchant Ships in Strait of Hormuz After Firing

Iranian forces fired upon and seized two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, significantly escalating tensions in the vital shipping lane. The incident occurred amidst a fragile ceasefire and drew international reactions.

21 Apr, 21:01 — 22 Apr, 13:56
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ReutersVery High4h ago

Three vessels hit by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz, crews safe - Reuters

Three vessels hit by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz, crews safe  Reuters

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NYTMostly Factual22m ago

Strait of Hormuz Dangers Escalate as Iran Says It Seized 2 Cargo Ships

Hours after President Trump extended a cease-fire, Tehran appeared to be exerting its authority in the contested waters near the strait.

By Lynsey Chutel

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le-mondeHigh2h ago

Iran Guards say 'seized two violating ships' attempting to cross Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said their naval forces had seized two container ships seeking to cross the blockaded Strait of Hormuz, despite US President Donald Trump announcing he was extending a ceasefire to allow more time for peace talks.

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wapoMostly Factual4h ago

Trump blasted Obama’s Iran deal. Now he faces similar tradeoffs.

As U.S. envoys pursue peace talks, the president confronts persistent sticking points: sanctions relief, enrichment limits and the risk of empowering Tehran.

By Michael Birnbaum

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The GuardianMostly Factual4h ago

Why Trump’s pick for Fed chair will not bring home the bank for the president

Kevin Warsh, Trump’s ‘central casting’, has a long road ahead of convincing board members to lower interest rates Donald Trump’s fate is to be frustrated by monetary policy. Even assuming he gets his way and Kevin Warsh succeeds Jerome Powell as chair of the Federal Reserve next month, it is unlikely that the president will finally gain control of the Fed. Continue reading...

By Eduardo Porter

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NPRHigh1h ago

Ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz. And, VA voters approve redistricting effort

Two ships came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz, hours after Trump extended the ceasefire with Iran. And, Virginia voters approved a measure allowing Democrats to redraw the congressional map.

By Brittney Melton

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Fox NewsMixed3h ago

King Charles’ ‘high-stakes’ US visit tests historic alliance, could shape his reign: experts

King Charles prepares for a high-stakes U.S. trip that could define his reign, with a historic address to Congress and a meeting with President Trump.

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cnbcMostly Factual4h ago

Two ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz, UK says, after U.S. extends Iran ceasefire

The attacks come shortly after President Donald Trump said the U.S. would extend the ceasefire with Iran to allow peace talks to continue.

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cbcHigh4h ago

2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz, complicating diplomatic efforts to resume U.S.-Iran talks

Iran opened fire on a container ship Wednesday in the Strait of Hormuz, underscoring the danger to commercial vessels in a waterway crucial to global energy supplies as plans for ceasefire talks between Tehran and the United States in Islamabad faltered.

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DWHigh2h ago

Iran's Revolutionary Guard claims seizure of two cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz. Follow DW for more

Iran's naval forces accused two ships of endangering maritime security by attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz without authorization. The escalation comes amid uncertainty over US-Iran ceasefire talks. DW has more.

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SCMPMostly Factual2h ago

Iran fires on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire

Iran fired on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, underscoring the ongoing threat to global energy supplies and complicating efforts to bring the United States and Iran together for talks to end the war. The attacks, which Iranian media said were carried out by Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, came after US President Donald Trump said the US would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran, due to expire on Wednesday. But Trump said the US would continue to blockade...

By Associated Press

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The IndependentMostly Factual32m ago

The Latest: Iran attacks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States was indefinitely extending its ceasefire with Iran as a new round of peace talks was on hold

By The Associated Press

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forbes2h ago

State Media Claims Iran Has Seized Two Ships In The Strait Of Hormuz—Third Ship Attacked - Forbes

State Media Claims Iran Has Seized Two Ships In The Strait Of Hormuz—Third Ship Attacked  Forbes

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual1h ago

Gujarat-bound ship among two vessels seized by Iran near Hormuz

Iran has seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz. One vessel was heading to Mundra port in Gujarat. This action escalates tensions in the vital oil chokepoint. The seizures follow recent incidents involving Indian-bound ships. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has taken custody of the vessels. Tensions remain high despite a ceasefire.

By TOI NEWS DESK

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indian-expressMostly Factual1h ago

Iran fires at 3 container ships near Hormuz; one of them signalling Mundra as destination

By Sukalp Sharma

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual1h ago

Why Iran seized container ship heading to India near Strait of Hormuz? Details

According to shipping data from Marine Traffic, a Librarian-flagged container vessel named EPAMINONDAS was en route to Gujarat in India.

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straits-timesMostly Factual4h ago

Three vessels hit by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz, crews safe - The Straits Times

Three vessels hit by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz, crews safe  The Straits Times

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jerusalem-postMostly Factualjust now

Trump says he was 'surprised' by 'Chinese gift to Iran' found in seized tanker ship

"We caught a ship yesterday that had some things on it, which wasn’t very nice. A gift from China perhaps, I don’t know, but I was a little surprised," Trump said during an interview with CNBC.

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cyprus-mail1h ago

Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump calls off attacks

Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, tightening its grip on the strategic waterway after President Donald Trump called off attacks indefinitely with no sign of peace talks restarting. Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency said the Revolutionary Guards had seized two vessels for maritime violations and escorted them to Iranian shores. […]

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naftemporiki2h ago

Strait of Hormuz: Iran seizes two vessels, including Greek-owned Epaminondas

Sailing through the Strait of Hormuz is entering a renewed phase of tension following the seizure of two container vessels by the naval command of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps… Strait of Hormuz: Iran seizes two vessels, including Greek-owned Epaminondas - Η ΝΑΥΤΕΜΠΟΡΙΚΗ

By Μιχάλης Ματσίγκος

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual2h ago

Shipping must remain under global rules despite Strait of Hormuz crisis, industry leaders warn

The International Maritime Organization is working to evacuate hundreds of ships stuck in the Persian Gulf since the Middle East conflict broke out, said its secretary-general.

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yonhap-englishMostly Factual16h ago

(4th LD) Trump extends ceasefire with Iran amid uncertainty over prospects for peace talks - Yonhap News Agency

(4th LD) Trump extends ceasefire with Iran amid uncertainty over prospects for peace talks  Yonhap News Agency

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seeking-alphaMixed2h ago

Iran says it has seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz; Brent crude near $100

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the-journal3h ago

Trump has extended his Iran war deadline again, what's going on?

Meanwhile, Trump also said the US naval blockade of Iranian ports would continue.

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express-tribuneMostly Factual8h ago

Three vessels hit by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz, crews safe

United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said master of the vessel reported being approached by an IRGC ​gunboat

By Reuters

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zerohedgeLow31m ago

Iran Fires On Third Ship In Hormuz Chokepoint, Says US Navy Blockade 'No Different Than Bombing'

Iran Fires On Third Ship In Hormuz Chokepoint, Says US Navy Blockade 'No Different Than Bombing' Summary IRGC seized the MSC Francesca and a Greek-owned ship named Euphoria, which had been attempting to transit the Hormuz chokepoint earlier today. Within hours, a third ship comes under fire by the IRGC Senior Iranian adviser says the US naval blockade is "no different than bombing" and must be met "with a military response". //--> //--> Iran agrees to surrender enriched...

By Tyler Durden

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naked-capitalismMixed2h ago

Iran War: TACO Tuesday Strikes Again, Trump Extends Ceasefire

POTUS Trump extended the ceasefire despite Iran refusing to send a delegation to Islamabad for more negotiations. Plus, "Is There a Method to America's Madness?" pro and con.

By Nat Wilson Turner

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Daily SabahMixed5h ago

Kevin Warsh says Fed independence 'essential,' reforms needed

U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) chair nominee Kevin Warsh suggested Tuesday he would act independently, noting he had made no promises to President Donald ​Trump about cutting interest...

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geo-newsMostly Factual8h ago

Oil, stocks fall as traders weigh outlook after Trump extends truce - Geo News

Oil, stocks fall as traders weigh outlook after Trump extends truce  Geo News

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tempo-englishMostly Factual8h ago

Trump Says Middle East 'Much Better Allies' Than NATO - Tempo.co English

Trump Says Middle East 'Much Better Allies' Than NATO  Tempo.co English

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dhaka-tribuneMostly Factual8h ago

Mediator Pakistan PM thanks Trump for extending ceasefire, urges continued talks - Dhaka Tribune

Mediator Pakistan PM thanks Trump for extending ceasefire, urges continued talks  Dhaka Tribune

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vanguard-ngMixed2h ago

Iran seizes two ships attempting to cross Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Wednesday that their naval forces stopped two ships attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz and directed them to the territorial waters of the Islamic Republic. The post Iran seizes two ships attempting to cross Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

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morocco-world-newsMixed32m ago

Iran Seizes Vessels in Strait of Hormuz as US Extends Fragile Ceasefire

Tensions are still high in the Gulf region as Iran and the US send mixed signals of de-escalation and confrontation, even after the extension of a fragile ceasefire. The post Iran Seizes Vessels in Strait of Hormuz as US Extends Fragile Ceasefire appeared first on Morocco World News.

By Sara Zouiten

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myjoyonlineMixed3h ago

Three cargo ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire

Three cargo ships have reportedly come under fire in the Strait of Hormuz, the British maritime agency has said.

By Emmanuel Tetteh

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naharnetMixed3h ago

Revolutionary Guard attacks third ship in Strait of Hormuz - Naharnet

Revolutionary Guard attacks third ship in Strait of Hormuz  Naharnet

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helsinki-timesMostly Factual4h ago

Trump extends Iran ceasefire as blockade stalls talks

US President Donald Trump has extended the ceasefire with Iran while maintaining a naval blockade, as negotiations between the two sides remain unresolved about the ending of the illegal US-Israeli war against Iran. The announcement came hours before the truce was due to expire, with Washington stating that the ceasefire will remain in place until Tehran submits a proposal and talks conclude. Trump said the blockade of Iranian ports will continue, a condition that Iranian officials reject a...

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yonhap-english21 Apr, 21:01First to report

(4th LD) Trump extends ceasefire with Iran amid uncertainty over prospects for peace talks - Yonhap News Agency

4h later
Ahram Online22 Apr, 00:56

Trump extends Iran ceasefire - Region - World - Ahram Online

1h later
wsj22 Apr, 01:58

Warsh Pledges Independence at Fed Hearing - WSJ

2h later
actualite-cd22 Apr, 03:48

UN welcomes extension of Iran ceasefire, praises Pakistan's mediation efforts - Dunya News

politiken22 Apr, 04:15

Obamas atomaftale forfølger Trump i forhandlingerne om fred

tempo-english22 Apr, 04:23

Trump Says Middle East 'Much Better Allies' Than NATO - Tempo.co English

dhaka-tribune22 Apr, 04:26

Mediator Pakistan PM thanks Trump for extending ceasefire, urges continued talks - Dhaka Tribune

express-tribune22 Apr, 04:32

Three vessels hit by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz, crews safe

vijesti-me22 Apr, 05:15

UŽIVO Tri plovila pogođena vatrom u Hormuškom moreuzu, posade...

geo-news22 Apr, 05:19

Oil, stocks fall as traders weigh outlook after Trump extends truce - Geo News

1h later
rzeczpospolita22 Apr, 06:21

Iran eskaluje konflikt w cieśninie Ormuz. Ostrzał i przejęcia statków

balkan-web22 Apr, 07:20

CNN zbulon prapaskenat: Pse Presidenti Trump vendosi të zgjasë armëpushimin me Iranin

svenska-dagbladet22 Apr, 07:24

Källor: Trump ger vapenvilan tre till fem dagar

Daily Sabah22 Apr, 07:44

Kevin Warsh says Fed independence 'essential,' reforms needed

delfi-lt22 Apr, 07:48

Rinkų lauktas Trumpo TACO antradienis įvyko

avgi22 Apr, 08:07

Το πανηγύρι της ματαιοδοξίας

bloomberg22 Apr, 08:12

Container Ship Comes Under Gunfire Near Hormuz, UK Navy Says - Bloomberg.com

aktuality-sk22 Apr, 08:27

USA tvrdí, že Irán po uzavretí Hormuzského prielivu finančne kolabuje. Teherán obvinenia odmieta

straits-times22 Apr, 08:35

Three vessels hit by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz, crews safe - The Straits Times

24ur22 Apr, 08:38

V Hormuški ožini napadli dve tovorni ladji

cbc22 Apr, 08:53

2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz, complicating diplomatic efforts to resume U.S.-Iran talks

wapo22 Apr, 09:00

Trump blasted Obama’s Iran deal. Now he faces similar tradeoffs.

The Guardian22 Apr, 09:00

Why Trump’s pick for Fed chair will not bring home the bank for the president

la-vanguardia22 Apr, 09:07

Tres buques son atacados en Ormuz a pesar de la extensión del alto el fuego con Irán

Reuters22 Apr, 09:07

Three vessels hit by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz, crews safe - Reuters

helsinki-times22 Apr, 09:10

Trump extends Iran ceasefire as blockade stalls talks

cnbc22 Apr, 09:14

Two ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz, UK says, after U.S. extends Iran ceasefire

telex22 Apr, 09:21

Konténerszállító hajókra támadtak szerda reggel a Hormuzi-szorosban

faz22 Apr, 09:24

Auf Wunsch Pakistans: Trump verlängert Waffenruhe mit dem Iran nun doch

20-minuten22 Apr, 09:27

Donald Trump fordert: «Die Schweiz sollte viel mehr zahlen»

n1-serbia22 Apr, 09:30

Trampovi savetnici veruju da Iran ne nastavlja pregovore zbog rascepa u vrhu vlasti

capital-bg22 Apr, 09:37

Мирните преговори са в застой, или защо Тръмп удължи примирието с Иран

dnevnik-bg22 Apr, 09:43

Най-малко три контейнера бяха обстрелвани в Ормузкия проток от Иран

Yahoo22 Apr, 10:00

Morning Brief: Ceasefire extended

Fox News22 Apr, 10:00

King Charles’ ‘high-stakes’ US visit tests historic alliance, could shape his reign: experts

newsbeast22 Apr, 10:02

Τρία φορτηγά πλοία δέχτηκαν πυρά στο Στενό του Ορμούζ σήμερα, ανάμεσά τους και το ελληνόκτητο «Epaminondas»

tagesschau22 Apr, 10:03

Angriffe auf zwei Schiffe in der Straße von Hormus

France 2422 Apr, 10:07

🔴 Middle East war live: Iran seizes two vessels in Strait of Hormuz, state media says

the-journal22 Apr, 10:08

Trump has extended his Iran war deadline again, what's going on?

hotnews22 Apr, 10:09

Iranul „se prăbușește”: Trump anunță pierderi de 500 milioane de dolari zilnic la Ormuz

naharnet22 Apr, 10:14

Revolutionary Guard attacks third ship in Strait of Hormuz - Naharnet

iefimerida22 Apr, 10:15

Οι Φρουροί της Επανάστασης λένε ότι κατέσχεσαν το πλοίο ελληνικών συμφερόντων που χτύπησαν στο Ορμούζ

ruv22 Apr, 10:15

Íranar ráðast á þrjú flutningaskip á Hormússundi

myjoyonline22 Apr, 10:16

Three cargo ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire

index-hr22 Apr, 10:23

Iranska garda napala tri broda pa zaplijenila dva u Hormuzu

SCMP22 Apr, 10:25

Iran fires on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire

n1-bih22 Apr, 10:30

Iran tvrdi da je zaplijenio dva broda u Hormuškom moreuzu

vanguard-ng22 Apr, 10:31

Iran seizes two ships attempting to cross Strait of Hormuz

le-monde22 Apr, 10:31

Iran Guards say 'seized two violating ships' attempting to cross Strait of Hormuz

channel-news-asia22 Apr, 10:33

Shipping must remain under global rules despite Strait of Hormuz crisis, industry leaders warn

orf22 Apr, 10:33

Iran greift mehrere Containerschiffe an

berlingske22 Apr, 10:33

Irans Revolutionsgarde siger to skibe er beslaglagt i Hormuz

hvg22 Apr, 10:33

Három teherhajó is iráni erők által leadott lövéseket jelentett a Hormuzi-szorosból

ndtv22 Apr, 10:34

2 Ships Attacked, Being Taken To Iran Amid US Stalemate: Report

forbes22 Apr, 10:46

State Media Claims Iran Has Seized Two Ships In The Strait Of Hormuz—Third Ship Attacked - Forbes

daily-mirror-lk22 Apr, 10:53

Three vessels hit, two seized by IRGC, Iranian media say - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

naked-capitalism22 Apr, 10:54

Iran War: TACO Tuesday Strikes Again, Trump Extends Ceasefire

seeking-alpha22 Apr, 11:06

Iran says it has seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz; Brent crude near $100

naftemporiki22 Apr, 11:08

Strait of Hormuz: Iran seizes two vessels, including Greek-owned Epaminondas

DW22 Apr, 11:13

Iran's Revolutionary Guard claims seizure of two cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz. Follow DW for more

lsm-lv22 Apr, 11:35

Kuģošanas drošības aģentūra: Hormuza šaurumā uzbrukts diviem kravas kuģiem

le-figaro22 Apr, 11:38

Guerre au Moyen-Orient : l’Iran affirme avoir saisi deux navires tentant de passer le détroit d’Ormuz

cyprus-mail22 Apr, 11:40

Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump calls off attacks

NPR22 Apr, 11:50

Ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz. And, VA voters approve redistricting effort

Times of India22 Apr, 11:51

Gujarat-bound ship among two vessels seized by Iran near Hormuz

hindustan-times22 Apr, 11:55

Why Iran seized container ship heading to India near Strait of Hormuz? Details

indian-express22 Apr, 12:10

Iran fires at 3 container ships near Hormuz; one of them signalling Mundra as destination

klix-ba22 Apr, 12:13

Iranska grada otvorila vatru i zaplijenila dva trgovačka broda u Hormuzu: "Pređena je crvena linija"

danas22 Apr, 12:32

Iranska grada otvorila vatru i zaplenila dva broda u Ormuzu: „Pređena je crvena linija“

vg22 Apr, 12:38

IRNA: Iran har tatt kontroll over to skip

die-presse22 Apr, 12:38

Irans Regime attackiert Schiffe: „Trump hat den Krieg verloren“ [premium]

observador22 Apr, 12:45

Irão apreende 2 de 3 navios atacados no Estreito de Ormuz

The Independent22 Apr, 12:48

The Latest: Iran attacks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire

morocco-world-news22 Apr, 12:49

Iran Seizes Vessels in Strait of Hormuz as US Extends Fragile Ceasefire

zerohedge22 Apr, 12:50

Iran Fires On Third Ship In Hormuz Chokepoint, Says US Navy Blockade 'No Different Than Bombing'

NYT22 Apr, 12:58

Strait of Hormuz Dangers Escalate as Iran Says It Seized 2 Cargo Ships

jerusalem-post22 Apr, 13:56Latest update

Trump says he was 'surprised' by 'Chinese gift to Iran' found in seized tanker ship