‘Not a violation’: US on Iran ship seizures, Tehran cries Strait of Hormuz blockade

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Tensions escalate in Strait of Hormuz as US claims Iran's seizure of foreign commercial vessels doesn't breach ceasefire. White House labels actions as piracy, not treaty violation. Iran counters that US naval blockade violates truce. Trump administration maintains blockade strategy provides sufficient pressure without military strikes.

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