USS Rafael Peralta intercepts Iranian vessel before Pakistan talks: All about America’s most advanced guided-missile destroyer
The US Navy has intensified maritime pressure on Iran with a recent interception, even as diplomatic talks involving American envoys and Iran are underway in Pakistan.
The advanced USS Rafael Peralta seized an Iranian vessel, part of a broader crackdown.
Meanwhile, indirect negotiations aim to de-escalate regional tensions amid ongoing instability.
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