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US intercepts three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters amid widening maritime blockade
International
Published on 24 April 2026
Tankers were near India, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka before rerouting
US forces have intercepted at least three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters near India, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka, redirecting them away from their intended routes. The move forms part of a broader US effort to pressure Iran through a maritime trade blockade. Iran, meanwhile, claims to have captured two container ships, escalating the standoff at sea.
- US intercepted three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters
- Vessels were near India, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka
- Tankers were redirected as part of a broader US maritime blockade
- Iran says it captured two container ships
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