Trump says US seized Iranian ship trying to evade blockade near Strait of Hormuz - France 24

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Trump says US seized Iranian ship trying to evade blockade near Strait of Hormuz - France 24.

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President Donald Trump said an Iranian-flagged cargo ship had been fired upon and seized when it tried to get around the U.S.

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attack ships as tensions escalate over Strait of Hormuz CNBCTrump says U.S.

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has seized Iranian-flagged cargo ship near Strait of Hormuz CBCTrump says U.S.

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forcibly seized Iran-flagged ship near Strait of Hormuz that tried to pass blockade CTV NewsTrump says U.S.

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seized Iranian ship trying to bypass blockade of Strait of Hormuz The Washington PostUS intercepts and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Trump says

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Tehran will never cede control of Strait of Hormuz, senior Iranian politician tells

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**Summary:** President Donald Trump claims the United States has seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship attempting to evade a naval blockade near the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran denies. The incident comes as the US prepares for a second round of talks with Iran. **Why It Matters:** This event highlights tensions between the United States