conflictTuesday, April 28, 2026event Apr 282 sources

Iran Condemns US Seizure of Oil Tankers as Piracy in International Waters

Iran condemned the United States for seizing oil tankers in international waters, calling it 'piracy.' The U.S. action was framed by Tehran as a 'legalization of piracy,' escalating tensions between the two nations. The incident occurred in international waters, with both sides issuing strong statements.

Tehran, via IRNA, accused the United States of 'legalizing piracy' by seizing oil tankers in international waters. The statement was issued on April 28, 2026. Middle East Eye reported that Iran condemned the U.S. seizure of oil tankers as 'piracy,' with the article published on April 27, 2026. The two sources diverge in their phrasing, with IRNA emphasizing the 'legalization of piracy' and Middle East Eye focusing on the act of seizure itself.