Iran seizes two international ships in Strait of Hormuz amid Middle East war
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) seized two international container ships in the Strait of Hormuz on April 23, 2026, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing Middle East conflict.The vessels, identified as the Panama-flagged MSC Francesca and the Liberia-flagged Epaminondas, were taken for alleged maritime violations.The IRGC released video footage showing the seizure and stated that the ships were attempting to exit the strait covertly.Both vessels were escorted to Iranian shores following the operation, according to statements from the shipping companies and Iran's semi-official Tasnim news agency.This is the first instance of Iran seizing ships since the war began... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Apr 2026 05:30 LONDON
