ship seizure
Coverage of ship seizure in the Nexus archive.
- Trump says US navy like ‘pirates’ while seizing a ship in Iranian blockade
US President Donald Trump compared the US navy to 'pirates' during a ship seizure operation amid the American blockade of Iranian ports, stating the military took control of cargo and oil, calling it a 'very profitable business.' The comments were made at a rally in Florida.
- Iran State TV Airs Video of Navy Seizing Ships in Hormuz
Iran State TV broadcast a video of its navy seizing ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway critical for global oil shipments. The action highlights Iran's naval capabilities and potential tensions in the region.
- Pirates of the Strait: US fury over Iranian seizure of cargo ships in Hormuz after Trump extended ceasefire
The U.S. expressed fury over Iran's seizure of cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions following a ceasefire extension by President Donald Trump.
- Iran calls US ship seizure ‘piracy’: Is it?
Iran accuses the US of piracy for seizing its ships in international waters, a practice that has continued since the early stages of the conflict between the two nations. The US has been targeting Iranian vessels as part of its broader military and economic strategies against Iran.
- Iran Wavers on Peace Talks as Tensions Rise After US Seizes Ship
Iran is hesitating on participating in peace talks as tensions escalate following the US seizure of a ship. The incident has raised regional tensions and complicated diplomatic efforts.
- Has the U.S. Seizure of an Iranian Ship Doomed Peace Talks? | Insight with Haslinda Amin 04/20/2026
The U.S. seizure of an Iranian ship has raised concerns about the future of ongoing peace talks between the two nations. The incident, which occurred amid heightened tensions, risks destabilizing diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving longstanding conflicts.
- Iran war live: Tehran slams US ‘piracy’ after ship seizure, vows response
Iran condemned the US for 'piracy' after a ship seizure, vowing a response. The incident occurred hours after US President Donald Trump announced sending his team to Islamabad for potential talks.