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US Seizes Cargo Ship Aimed at Iran
A commercial cargo ship flying the Panamanian flag, named "Ocean Molika," was targeted in the Gulf of Oman following an attempt to breach the maritime blockade imposed by the United States on Iran. An American fighter jet accurately targeted its propulsion system, causing no harm to the crew. This incident comes amid a decline in the number of ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz to the lowest levels in two months, following an escalation in attacks on oil tankers that has heightened fears of supply disruptions and rising prices. The Strait of Hormuz accounts for about 20% of global oil consumption before these tensions. Politically, Iran has insisted on its seven conditions in negotiations with Washington, confirming that they are non-negotiable and relate to implementing commitments before taking further steps. Iran also refuses to open the Strait of Hormuz until its conditions are fully met. Meanwhile, there are Russian efforts and discussions underway to resolve the conflict, while the U.S. continues to prioritize the reopening of the strait.
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