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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: U.S. Warns Ships in Strait of Hormuz as Iran Tensions Rise
Caption: U.S. Warns Ships in Strait of Hormuz as Iran Tensions Rise. The United States has issued new guidance for commercial vessels traveling through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical oil shipping routes, amid rising tensions with Iran over its nuclear program. The U.S. Maritime Administration advised American-flagged ships to stay as far away as possible from Iran's territorial waters and to verbally refuse any request by Iranian forces to board their vessels. However, crews were also told not to physically resist if boarding does occur. Iran has repeatedly threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz and has previously seized commercial ships, accusing them of smuggling. The warning comes as U.S.–Iran nuclear talks, mediated by Oman, continue, even as Washington pushes to expand negotiations to include Iran's missile program, regional influence, and human rights. Adding pressure, President Donald Trump has imposed new tariffs targeting countries that trade with Iran, escalating economic tensions in the region. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current affairs & Politics,United States warning,Strait of Hormuz,commercial ships,Iran tensions,nuclear program,U.S. Maritime Administration,American-flagged vessels,Iranian forces boarding,Oman-mediated talks,missile program dispute,regional influence,Donald Trump tariffs
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