Overview
- U.S. forces seized the Iranian‑flagged cargo ship Touska on Monday in the Gulf of Oman after it tried to breach the naval blockade, President Trump said on his social channel.
- Iran called the seizure a violation of the ceasefire and vowed to respond soon, with the military warning of retaliation against U.S. forces.
- Negotiations planned for Islamabad could start as soon as Tuesday, with Washington saying its team will attend and Iranian participation still unclear as Tehran demands an end to the U.S. port blockade.
- The White House is keeping the naval blockade in place and, according to U.S. officials cited by the Wall Street Journal, is preparing a wider push to board or seize Iran‑linked vessels to increase pressure.
- Oil prices jumped after the seizure, with Brent up about 7%, while real‑world cargo costs remain elevated due to high insurance premiums, mine risks, and tight physical supply through the Strait of Hormuz.