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muriel_volestrangler

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6. Iran confirms it seized tanker in Strait of Hormuz

Reply to question everything (Original post)

Sat Nov 15, 2025, 01:05 PM

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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has confirmed it seized a tanker on Friday morning in the Strait of Hormuz.

The Talara tanker, sailing under the flag of the Marshall Islands, was travelling from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Singapore.

The IRGC said it was found to be "in violation of the law by carrying unauthorised cargo", but did not provide details of the violation. Reports suggest it was carrying high-sulphur gasoil.
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It has often cited maritime violations such as smuggling or legal issues.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cze6zxjw3g3o

As far as I know, it's never been "smuggling"; it's more of a shakedown.

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