Iran vows response to US 'maritime robbery'

Iran has issued a new threat against the United States, vowing to respond to what it terms America's 'armed maritime piracy.' This statement appears to be a direct reaction to the recent U.S. detention of an Iranian vessel. The Central Military Command of Iran's Armed Forces announced that retaliation will occur soon, escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf region. The threat follows previous Iranian accusations of U.S. 'maritime robbery' and comes amid ongoing U.S. naval blockade enforcement against Iran.