UPDATE: The White House Press Secretary confirms Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, stating the vessels are not US or Israeli property. The administration maintains that Iran lacks control over the strategic waterway.
The White House Press Secretary stated that Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, noting that the vessels are neither US nor Israeli property. The official asserted that the US has neutralized Iran's conventional naval capabilities.
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The White House Press Secretary stated that Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, noting that the vessels are neither US nor Israeli property. The official asserted that the US has neutralized Iran's conventional naval capabilities.
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