Iran's state media broadcast video showing scenes of the seizure of the Greek tankers in the Persian Gulf, according to posts circulating on social media.
- War of nerves over Greek tankers: Prudent Warrior in Iranian port
- Thriller with Greek tankers. Iranians take them to Bandar Abbas
- Anxiety over the resale of Greek tankers. Cypriot captain in good health. "Ships held hostage, not crews"
According to everything that these posts show, the operation is shown, with armed men being lowered from helicopters onto the deck of the ships and storming the bridge.
The Delta Poseidon has 25 crew including two Greeks, and the Prudent Warrior has 23 crew including 8 Greeks and one Cypriot.
Both Delta Poseidon and Prudent Warrior are under occupation by the Revolutionary Guards, with the Greek Ministry of Shipping reporting that the crew members are in good health.
According to ministry sources, the Prudent Warrior is anchored in the Iranian port of Bandar Abbas, while the Delta Poseidon currently remains in the same position in the Persian Gulf.
US message
Earlier, Anthony Blinken condemned in the strongest possible terms the seizure of the Greek-owned ships by Iran. "Iran's continued harassment of vessels and interference with navigation rights and freedoms pose a threat to maritime security and the global economy," he said.
Blinken also said the United States stands with its NATO ally "in the face of this unjustified seizure."
Source: in.gr
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