Iran Seizes 'Floating Armory' Near Hormuz Amid U.S.-China-Iran Tensions
Iran has reportedly seized a vessel near the Strait of Hormuz, identified as a 'floating armory' used by maritime security firms. The ship, sailing under the Honduran flag, was taken over by Iranian gunmen, according to the BBC. This incident is part of a series of actions by Iran to control passage through the strategic waterway, which is crucial for global oil transport. The seizure coincides with President Trump's visit to China, where he discussed with Chinese President Xi Jinping the issue of Chinese military support to Iran. Xi assured Trump that China would not send weapons to Iran, although China continues to purchase Iranian oil. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia is reportedly seeking a regional nonaggression pact with Iran, similar to the Helsinki Accords, to ease tensions in the region. 
