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First Thing: US military seizes Iran-flagged ship trying to pass strait of Hormuz blockade

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Time given by the source
Where
Iran & Israel
25.00° N, 55.00° E
Source
theguardian.com
www.theguardian.com
Region
Iran & Israel
April 20, 2026
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First Thing: US military seizes Iran-flagged ship trying to pass strait of Hormuz blockade
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What is reported

The US military has seized an Iranian-flagged container ship attempting to evade a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. This action is part of ongoing tensions in the region and represents a current military engagement.

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First Thing: US military seizes Iran-flagged ship trying to pass strait of Hormuz blockade

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