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IRGC Seizes Liberian-Flagged Container Ship Near Iranian Waters
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IRGC Seizes Liberian-Flagged Container Ship Near Iranian Waters

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has seized the Liberian-flagged container ship Epaminondas in the Gulf of Oman near Kuhestak. The vessel, operated by Danish company Maersk and chartered by Greece's Technomar group, was detained for numerous maritime violations and suspected US military use. The ship had repeatedly entered US ports over the past six months. The 21-member crew, citizens of Ukraine and the Philippines, remain aboard under the captain's command. The IRGC Navy stated the seizure was due to threats to maritime safety, lack of permits, and interference with navigation systems.

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IRGC Seizes Liberian-Flagged Container Ship Epaminondas Near Iranian Waters
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World·4/24/2026AI summary

IRGC Seizes Liberian-Flagged Container Ship Epaminondas Near Iranian Waters

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps seized the Liberian-flagged container ship Epaminondas, claiming it was used by the US military and had entered US ports repeatedly over six months. The vessel, operated by Danish company Maersk and chartered by Greece's Technomar group, was detained for maritime violations. The 21-member crew consists of Ukrainian and Filipino citizens. The Greek government stated the ship was not hijacked and remained under the captain's command.

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