Moment US Forces board seized Iranian cargo ship after six-hour standoff at sea
Published date: Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:54:33 +0700This is the moment US Marines rappelled from helicopters to board and seize an Iranian-flagged vessel after it reportedly failed to respond to repeated warnings.
The video was obtained from US Central Command (CENTCOM) on April 19 in the Arabian Sea after the vessel was intercepted following a six-hour standoff that led to US forces disabling it by firing on its engine room.
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Arabian Sea |
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19/04/2026 |
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Partner Agency |
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Duration: 00:33 |
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Rating: News safe |
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