US seizes empty oil tanker en route to Iranian ports in Gulf of Oman

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reports it seized an empty oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman that was heading to Iranian ports. The seizure comes as part of ongoing efforts to enforce sanctions and interdict suspected illicit shipping.

3 developments

1. 19:55 · 8 JunLatest

   U.S. Navy disables Iran-affiliated vessel in Sea of Oman

2. 19:32 · 8 Jun

   US seizes empty oil tanker en route to Iranian ports in Gulf of Oman

3. 19:23 · 8 Jun

   CENTCOM disables oil tanker bound for Iran in Gulf of Oman

• Strong20:33 · 8 JunUS Navy disables oil tanker heading for Iran in Gulf of Oman
• Strong14:44 · 11 JunUS military disables tanker attempting to breach blockade on Iran
• Developing22:59 · 17 JulIranian army spokesman says navy fired cruise missile at US ship in northern Indian Ocean
• Developing02:28 · 12 JunIranian Navy fires four missiles at US warship in the Gulf

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