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Military Signal — US forces boarded an Iranian tanker in the Persian Gulf and — OpenWatch

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Militaryupdate🇺🇸United States 🇮🇷IranMay 21, 2026

US forces boarded an Iranian tanker in the Persian Gulf and detained Iranian sailors aboard the vessel, later releasing them. The action occurred amid broader tensions over shipping and blockade operations in the region.

Severity: 5.5/10Source: The Indian ExpressLocation: Persian Gulf

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