US Strikes Iran After Taiwanese Ship Hit in Strait of Hormuz
The United States has carried out retaliatory strikes against Iran after a commercial vessel was struck in the Strait of Hormuz. US officials say Iran violated the ceasefire agreement signed last week, while Tehran denies responsibility and instead blames Washington for the escalation. The vessel, Ever Lovely, is owned by Taiwanese shipping company Evergreen Marine and sails under the Singapore flag.
US Retaliates Against Iran After Ship Attack
REPORTER:
US has carried out retaliatory strikes against Iran, after a Taiwanese commercial ship was hit in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday.
The US blamed Iran for violating the ceasefire agreement both sides signed last week, although Iran has pointed the finger at the US. The ship, The Ever Lovely, was struck by an unknown projectile while transiting the strait. It is owned by Taiwanese firm Evergreen Marine and sails under the Singapore flag. The company has confirmed the ship, its crew, and cargo, are all safe and that it has departed the area.
