Published: Apr 20, 2026, 08:15 IST | Updated: Apr 20, 2026, 08:15 IST
Tensions between the United States and Iran have sharply escalated after Iranian state-linked military sources accused Washington of “armed piracy” following the interception and seizure of an Iranian cargo vessel. Tehran has vowed to retaliate “soon,” calling the incident a violation of maritime law and a breach of ceasefire understandings.