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Iran vows imminent retaliation for US ship attack

Iran's central headquarters announced it will retaliate against the U.S. attack and seizure of an Iranian oil tanker earlier today.

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Iran's Khatam Al-Anbiyaa Central Headquarters has announced it will respond to the recent U.S. attack on an Iranian-flagged commercial vessel, which included the seizure of an oil tanker. This statement represents the latest in a series of Iranian threats following the incident, escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf region. The U.S. action, part of its naval blockade enforcement, has prompted vows of retaliation from Iranian military authorities. The situation heightens risks of further military confrontations between the two nations.
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19 AprMiddle East Spectator — MES

The specific announcement comes from Iran's Khatam Al-Anbiyaa Central Headquarters, adding institutional weight to previous threats.

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