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CENTCOM details TOUSKA seizure by Marines

China's Foreign Ministry has expressed concern over the U.S. Navy's seizure of the Iranian-flagged cargo ship M/V Touska in the Arabian Sea.

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China's Foreign Ministry has expressed concern over the U.S. Navy's seizure of the Iranian-flagged cargo ship M/V Touska in the Arabian Sea. The operation, detailed by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), involved U.S. Marines boarding the vessel after it attempted to run the U.S. naval blockade. The seizure is a significant escalation in the ongoing maritime tensions between the U.S. and Iran. China's statement adds a diplomatic dimension to the incident, highlighting international scrutiny of U.S. actions in the region.
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China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo expressed concern over the seizure, and it was noted the ship loaded cargo in Port Klang, Malaysia, a known Chinese transshipment hub.

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