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US Military Seizes Iranian Oil Tanker Amid Escalating Tensions

The U.S. military has seized the oil tanker Majestic X, linked to Iranian oil smuggling, escalating tensions with Iran following recent attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. This seizure comes as the U.S. aims to disrupt illicit networks supporting Iran amidst rising global oil prices.

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