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Trump says US Navy acting 'like pirates' to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports
President Trump said the US Navy seized an Iranian cargo ship and its oil as part of a blockade, describing the action as a profitable venture.
- President Donald Trump described U.S. Navy actions seizing an Iranian ship and cargo as acting "like pirates," calling the operation "a very profitable business."
- The seizure occurred amid the ongoing war between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has spawned mutual blockades; Iran restricts the Strait of Hormuz while the U.S. blockades Iranian ports.
- Disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for about 20% of global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments, have raised energy prices; the U.S. has also seized sanctioned container ships and Iranian tankers.
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'Like Pirates': Trump On US Seizing Iranian Oil From Strait Of Hormuz
Washington: With no end to the conflict in Iran in sight, US President Donald Trump who is no stranger to attract global headlines, issued another surprise statement. This time, he boasted that the US Navy is acting like “pirates” and seizing Iranian ships, amid the naval blockad
·Mumbai, India
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US Navy's Pirate-Like Blockade, Iran Tensions, Straits of Hormuz Crisis
US Naval Actions: Donald Trump likens US Navy operations to piracy amid the blockade of Iranian ports, heightening US-Iran tensions. The Strait of Hormuz crisis continues as global oil shipments face disruptions. Diplomatic efforts falter.
·Karnataka, India
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Leaning Left16Leaning Right17Center3Last UpdatedBias Distribution47% Right
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