US Navy fires on and seizes Iranian cargo ship in Gulf of Oman, according to Trump
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President Trump announced on Truth Social that the US Navy fired upon and seized the Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Touska, in the Gulf of Oman. Trump stated that the nearly 275-meter-long vessel attempted to breach a naval blockade. The USS SPRUANCE, a US Navy guided-missile destroyer, intercepted the Touska and issued a "clear warning" to stop. When the Iranian crew refused to comply, the warship reportedly stopped the Touska by creating a hole in its engine room. The US Navy has since taken control of the ship, which is subject to US Treasury sanctions due to its activities. This incident follows reports from US media on Saturday that the US military was preparing to board and seize Iranian-linked oil tankers and commercial vessels in international waters. On Sunday, Trump also announced that a US delegation would travel to Pakistan on Monday to restart negotiations with Iran, offering a "reasonable deal" but threatening to destroy all power plants and bridges in Iran if Tehran refuses.
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