IRGC says tanker seized near Iran’s waters based on judicial order

Al Jazeera•Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 12:30:01 PM

The IRGC's recent seizure of a tanker near Iran's waters highlights ongoing regional tensions, particularly following the June war with Israel and the US. This incident is reminiscent of the earlier seizure of the Talara tanker, which was en route from the UAE to Singapore, indicating a pattern of maritime confrontations in the Strait of Hormuz. Additionally, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has raised concerns about Iran's uranium stockpile, further complicating the geopolitical landscape. These developments underscore the fragile state of security in the region.

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