Iran seizes ships in Hormuz

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard has reportedly seized the MSC Francesca and Epaminondas, claiming the vessels tampered with navigation systems in the Strait of Hormuz.

This aggressive maritime maneuver comes despite a unilateral extension of a ceasefire by the United States, which continues to enforce a strict naval blockade.

Global energy markets have reacted sharply to the disruption, with Brent crude prices surging past $100 per barrel amid fears of a prolonged closure.

The Pentagon has warned that clearing the waterway of potential mines could take up to six months, further complicating diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.