Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:29pm on 21 Apr 2026,Tuesday International
Iran has accused the United States of “piracy at sea and state terrorism” after US forces seized Iranian-linked vessels, intensifying tensions ahead of the ceasefire deadline. Iranian officials said no final decision has been made on attending peace talks in Pakistan, citing the naval blockade and tanker interception as key concerns. The US confirmed boarding the sanctioned tanker Tifani near Sri Lanka, calling it part of global enforcement efforts. Donald Trump signalled no ceasefire extension and warned of possible military action, while mediation efforts continue amid fragile diplomacy. (PC: India Today)
