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Iran says Revolutionary Guard seized a US submarine, braces for new strike

Iran announced that its Revolutionary Guard had seized a US submarine, as US President Donald Trump reportedly rejected Tehran's latest proposal to end the ongoing war between the two countries. Iran is now awaiting an official response through mediators, while other regional fronts also watch for a potential ceasefire breakthrough.

BBC عربي
A gray military submarine docked near a harbor with a city skyline in the background
Illustrative photo: A gray military submarine docked near a harbor with a city skyline in the background. Photo by Belov Sergey on Unsplash

Why it matters

If confirmed, such an incident risks widening direct confrontation between Iran and the US at a delicate moment for fragile regional ceasefire efforts. A potential US military response could reshape the security balance across the Gulf.

Background

The development comes amid escalating military confrontation between Iran and the United States, with Iran's Revolutionary Guard overseeing much of Tehran's military and naval operations against Washington and its regional allies.

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