US takes Iran-flagged ship into custody, Trump says
By Rebecca Falconer
Published on April 19, 2026.
The United States has taken an Iranian-flagged cargo ship, named Touska, into custody after it attempted to bypass a U.S. naval blockade in the Gulf of Oman. The incident occurred during discussions between the U.N. and Iranian officials ahead of a potential ceasefire agreement. President Donald Trump has threatened to destroy the country if Iran refuses to accept a deal, stating that the United States will destroy every single power plant or bridge in Iran.
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