Overview
- A U.S. defense official said Iranian forces intercepted the Talara and diverted it into Iranian territorial waters.
- The Marshall Islands–flagged tanker was sailing from Ajman in the United Arab Emirates to Singapore when it was stopped.
- Flight-tracking data analyzed by the Associated Press showed a U.S. Navy MQ-4C Triton surveilling the area during the seizure.
- The UKMTO reported possible state activity forcing the course change, and security firm Ambrey said three small boats approached the vessel.
- Iran had not acknowledged the action, renewing concerns over navigation through a strait that carries about 20% of globally traded oil.