'China helping prop up Iran's regime': Nikki Hailey's big claim on ship seized by US

A US naval operation in the Gulf of Oman intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel near Iran's Chabahar port. The vessel, linked to the sanctioned Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines, was boarded by US forces after failing to respond to repeated warnings. It is believed to be carrying "dual-use" materials, including metals, pipes, and electronic components. Iran strongly condemned the action, calling it "armed piracy" and warning of possible retaliation.