US forces intercepted and disabled an Iranian-flagged oil tanker, named Hasna, as it was sailing towards an Iranian port in the Gulf of Oman. The incident occurred at 9 a.m. US Eastern Time on Wednesday in international waters. Despite repeated warnings, the tanker’s rudder was disabled by US Navy forces using a 20mm cannon gun from a F/A-18 Super Hornet launched from USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).
The tanker, Hasna, is no longer en route to Iran following the US intervention. The US Central Command confirmed that the blockade on ships entering or leaving Iranian ports remains fully operational. President Donald Trump recently announced the cessation of the Pentagon’s mission to guide commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz while emphasizing the continued enforcement of the blockade on Iranian ports.
Trump claimed significant damage to Iran’s military infrastructure during the conflict, stating that Iran’s naval fleet and air force had been severely crippled. He asserted that Iran’s anti-aircraft systems, radar capabilities, and missile supplies had also suffered substantial losses. Trump expressed optimism about potential negotiations with Iran, suggesting the possibility of reaching a deal in the near future.
The President reiterated his stance that Iran must never possess nuclear weapons, emphasizing the importance of preventing Iran from acquiring such arms. He dismissed claims of Iran’s defiance, highlighting ongoing discussions and the potential for diplomatic resolutions.
