Iran releases video of IRGC seizing ship in the Strait of Hormuz | US-Israel war on Iran
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Releases Video of Ship Seizure
April 23, 2026
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has published a video purportedly showing its forces seizing a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. This incident marks one of two ship captures that occurred on Wednesday, amid heightened tensions in the region.
The footage, which has not been independently verified, illustrates the Guard’s ongoing maritime operations in a strategically significant area. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical passageway for global oil shipments.
Details regarding the identities of the seized vessels or the crew members on board have not been disclosed at this time. The situation underscores the ongoing geopolitical complexities surrounding Iran’s maritime activities, particularly in relation to international shipping routes.
This incident is the latest in a series of maritime confrontations between Iranian forces and foreign shipping operations, heightening concerns over security in one of the world’s busiest waterways.
