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US Military Disables Ship Violating Iran Blockade
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The U.S. military disabled a St. Kitts-flagged ship on Saturday for attempting to violate a naval blockade around Iran after visiting an Iranian port. This action occurred amid ongoing mediation efforts and reports of explosions in Iranian ports. President Trump had previously confirmed limited U.S. strikes on an Iranian air defense system. Iran is reportedly reviewing proposals for a potential deal on its nuclear program, which includes demands like lifting sanctions and ending the blockade.
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- US forces disabled a St. Kitts-flagged ship for violating Iran blockade after ignoring warnings.
- Iran reported explosions on Qeshm Island and in Jask port; two tankers allegedly hit mines.
- President Trump confirmed recent limited US strikes on an Iranian air defense system.
- Mediators are presenting proposals to Iran aimed at resolving differences over its nuclear program.
- Iran demands lifting sanctions and ending the blockade before negotiating nuclear program issues.
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