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US Preparing to Board Iran-Linked Ships in Coming Days, WSJ Says

Apr 18, 2026Center

The US military is preparing to board Iran-linked oil tankers and seize commercial ships in international waters in coming days, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing unnamed US officials.

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Apr 18, 2026

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The U.S. military is readying to board ships linked to Iran and seize commercial vessels in international waters in the coming days as President Trump looks to expand a naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, a source familiar with the matter, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss internal military planning, told The Hill…

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Apr 18, 2026

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The planning comes as the military is already enforcing the naval blockade in the Gulf of Oman, turning back 23 vessels that attempted to leave Iranian ports.

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US planning to seize Iran-linked oil tankers, commercial ships worldwide in coming days: report

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Apr 17, 2026

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The aggressive planning comes as Iran tightens its grip on the Strait of Hormuz.

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