Despite a ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump, Iran’s IRGC Navy seized two vessels, including a Gujarat-bound ship. The Liberia-flagged Epaminodes, headed to Mundra Port, was detained along with MSC Francesca, reports Tasnim News Agency. A third vessel, Euphoria, was also targeted and remains stranded near Iranian shores.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Navy (IRGC) has reportedly seized two vessels over alleged maritime violations, signalling that the situation in key shipping routes remains volatile.
According to Iran’s semi-official Tasnim News Agency, the seized ships Panama-flagged MSC Francesca and Liberia-flagged Epaminodes have been moved to Iranian shores and are now in IRGC custody. Iranian state television also confirmed the development, stating both vessels were detained for breaching maritime regulations.
Gujarat-Bound Cargo Ship Among Those Seized
According to report in India Today, maritime tracking data revealed that Epaminodes was en route to Mundra Port in Gujarat from Dubai when it was intercepted. The development raises concerns for Indian-bound cargo traffic passing through the region, particularly via sensitive maritime corridors.
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