A vessel was reportedly seized by unauthorized personnel near the Strait of Hormuz and is being taken toward Iran. The incident occurred off the coast of the United Arab Emirates.
The seizure comes as President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held discussions regarding the situation in Iran. Both leaders reportedly agreed that the critical Strait of Hormuz must remain open. President Xi also issued a warning to President Trump concerning Taiwan.
Reports indicate another vessel was sunk near the strait, while U.S. efforts to de-escalate tensions with Iran face new challenges. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.
