Published: Apr 20, 2026, 22:45 IST | Updated: Apr 20, 2026, 22:45 IST
A U.S. destroyer opened fire before moving in to seize an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman. Tehran has now vowed a direct and forceful retaliation against Washington, a threat that goes beyond mere rhetoric. Iran is rapidly expanding its missile and drone arsenal while stockpiling more advanced and lethal weaponry, raising the stakes sharply.