Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:44am on 20 Apr 2026,Monday International
Iran has claimed it launched drone attacks targeting US military ships in the Sea of Oman after American forces seized an Iranian cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran described the strikes as retaliation for what it called an “illegal” seizure and violation of a fragile ceasefire. While Iran said its drones targeted US naval assets, details on damage or casualties remain unclear. The escalation has significantly heightened tensions in the region, raising fears of renewed conflict and disruption to global shipping routes, as diplomatic efforts between the two sides continue to deteriorate. (PC: Reuters)
