Watch: How US Marines boarded and took control of Iranian vessel Touska

Weather ePaper Today’s Paper Journalism of Courage Home ePaper Politics Explained Opinion India Business Premium Cities UPSC Entertainment Sports World Lifestyle Tech Subscribe Sign In TrendingUPSC OfferIPL 2026US NewsPuzzles & GamesLegal NewsFresh TakeHealthResearch🎙️ Podcast Advertisement NewsWorldUS NewsWatch: How US Marines boarded and took control of Iranian vessel Touska Watch: How US Marines boarded and took control of Iranian vessel Touska The incident took place near the Strait of Hormuz, where tensions between the US and Iran remain high. By: Express Global Desk 3 min readApr 20, 2026 12:57 PM IST First published on: Apr 20, 2026 at 12:40 PM IST Make us preferred source on Google Share Comments Bookmark Bookmark Print Share Whatsapp twitter Facebook US seized Iran ship. (Photo: @Renardpaty) The US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States Premilitary has taken control of an Iranian-flagged container ship that tried to cross an American naval blockade near the Strait of Hormuz A video of the operation shows US Marines boarding and taking control of an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel after it failed to respond to repeated warnings, according to statements shared on X. The incident took place near the Strait of Hormuz, which continue to be on the boil amid tensions between the US and Iran. US officials said the vessel, Touska, did not comply with warnings issued over several hours. A US Navy destroyer then disabled the ship’s propulsion before Marines moved in. Les forces iraniennes ont ciblé des navires de guerre américains avec des drones après que des Marines aient attaqué et abordé le M/V Touska battant pavillon iranien – Tasnim.Vidéo : interception du M/V Touska par la marine américaine pic.twitter.com/8Ac5Tzwvob In a post on X, US President Donald Trump said US forces had taken control of the vessel and were checking what was on board. He added that the ship had been under US sanctions and was intercepted after ignoring repeated warnings. U.S. forces operating in the Arabian Sea enforced naval blockade measures against an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel attempting to sail toward an Iranian port, April 19.Guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) intercepted M/V Touska as it transited the north Arabian Sea at… https://t.co/iyzOQd93C3 pic.twitter.com/HwU4XS48Oq Iran reacted by warning of a response. A military spokesperson said, in comments reported on X, that Iran would “soon respond and retaliate against this armed piracy by the US military”. Iran’s First Vice President also wrote on X: “One cannot restrict Iran’s oil exports while expecting free security for others… either a free oil market for all, or the risk of significant costs for everyone.” The video shows the sequence of the operation. Helicopters hover above the cargo ship as Marines descend by rope onto the deck. Moments earlier, warning fire is seen hitting the vessel, after which it begins to slow. As the Marines land, they move across the ship and take positions to secure it. The footage captures the full operation, from the initial warnings to the final takeover at sea. The Express Global Desk at The Indian Express delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read More