Iranian state TV announced that an "Israel-linked" cargo ship was seized by Islamic Republic forces in the Strait of Hormuz. News previously anticipated by Gulf media and an international maritime authority.
Ship "flying the Portuguese flag and operated by the Zodiac company, which belongs to the Zionist capitalist Eyal Ofer", was "heading towards Iranian territorial waters", IRNA wrote. The ship was taken by maritime special forces during "an operation conducted with a helicopter near the strait of Hormuz", the news agency said. The Iranian news agency confirmed that the ship was operated by a company linked to the Israel-based Zodiac. The vessel was carrying cargo from Portugal to the Middle East, according to IRNA. It is believed the ship is carrying cargo for the Israeli company Zodiac, which is based in Tel Aviv, Israel. The incident is being investigated by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and the Iranian government, IRNA said. For confidential support call the Samaritans in the UK on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details.