Iran captures second UK-linked tanker in Persian Gulf

Iran has reportedly seized a second British-linked tanker in the Persian Gulf.

The Liberian-flagged, UK-owned MV Mesdar was seen on a tracking service to have slowed before turning sharply toward Iran.

CNN cited a US official as confirming the second seizure.

It came after the Stena Impero oil tanker was seized by the Revolutionary Guard in the Strait of Hormuz.

There was no immediate word from the Guards about the second tanker. Mesdar‘s manager Norbulk said it was checking the report.

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