US Iran War LIVE: ‘Uranium is as sacred as our soil’, Tehran rules out transfer or dilution amid stalled talks
Tensions escalate between the US and Iran as the US seizes an Iranian cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Iran to accuse the US of 'maritime piracy'. Iran has ruled out transferring or diluting its enriched uranium stockpiles amid stalled talks.
The US has seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz, sparking accusations of 'maritime piracy' from Iran. US President Donald Trump claimed the ship attempted to evade a naval blockade. The incident has led to a surge in crude oil prices, with West Texas Intermediate jumping 7.5% to $90.17 per barrel. Iran's top diplomat accused the US of disingenuousness, citing the seizure as a 'clear sign'. Iran has executed two men for cooperating with Israel's Mossad intelligence service. The country's foreign ministry stated that uranium is 'as sacred as our soil' and ruled out transferring or diluting its enriched uranium stockpiles. Russia has expressed hope that negotiations will continue to avoid negative consequences for the region and global economy.
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