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Middle East war live: Iran vows response after US destroyer fires on cargo ship - Yahoo News UK

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Middle East war live: Iran vows response after US destroyer fires on cargo ship - France 24.

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Middle East war live: Iran vows response after US destroyer fires on cargo ship France 24US intercepts and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Trump says

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Middle East crisis live: ceasefire under pressure and talks in doubt as Iran threatens to ‘retaliate' to US seizure of ship The GuardianIran war live: Tehran slams US ‘piracy' after ship seizure, vows response

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**Summary:** The United States intercepted and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship, prompting Iran to threaten a "retaliate" against the US. **Why It Matters:** This incident highlights tensions between the United States and Iran in the Middle East, potentially escalating regional conflicts and affecting global security dynamics.

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