US Forces Seize Iranian Ship Touska Near Strait of Hormuz
Negotiators from the United States are set to arrive in Islamabad for a second round of talks with Iran, aimed at extending a ceasefire that expires on Wednesday. The discussions follow the US Navy's seizure of an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, which Iran has condemned as 'piracy.' The situation has raised doubts about Iran's participation in the negotiations. Key figures in the US delegation include Vice President JD Vance and Jared Kushner, while Iran's team is led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The ongoing tensions, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, have significant implications for global oil markets, with prices surging amid fears of further conflict.
Published 1 day ago • 20 Apr 2026, 02:46 AM IST