Washington, DC – US President Donald Trump announced that US Marines had seized an Iranian cargo ship after it attempted to breach the US-imposed blockade.
He indicated that the operation took place after the crew refused to comply with US military directives.
interception of the ship “Tosca”
Trump explained that US forces intercepted the Iranian cargo ship “Tosca” as part of maritime surveillance procedures.
He also noted that the crew did not respond to warnings,
thus necessitating decisive action to seize and take control of the vessel.
Sanctions due to illegal activities
He confirmed that the vessel “Tosca” was subject to previous US sanctions due to what he described as illegal activities,
without providing further details about the nature of these activities.
He emphasized that his country would continue to enforce laws and deterrent measures against any violations.
Messages regarding tightening maritime controls
According to Trump, this move reflects the United States’ tightening of its procedures in maritime routes amid escalating tensions.
Washington seeks to impose strict controls on the movement of ships linked to Iran
and aims to prevent any attempts to circumvent the imposed restrictions.
