US military seizes Iranian cargo ship

The seizure has significantly escalated tensions in the Strait of Hormuz as the ceasefire deadline approaches.

Iran has condemned the action as 'armed piracy' and a 'barbarous act of terrorism,' demanding the immediate release of the vessel and its crew.

Video released by Centcom shows the dramatic moments of the boarding operation, which occurred after the ship reportedly failed to respond to warnings.

The incident has raised fresh questions about the legality of the U.S. blockade and the potential for a return to open naval conflict.