Exclusive images obtained by Tasnim show Epaminondas, a large MSC-operated containership, after it was intercepted and transferred to Iranian territorial waters by the IRGC Navy in the Strait of Hormuz as part of ongoing maritime security operations targeting violating ships.
The IRGC Navy announced on Wednesday that it has intercepted and transferred two violating vessels to Iranian territorial waters in the Strait of Hormuz as part of its ongoing maritime security operations.
The vessels were identified as the “MSC-Francesca,” reportedly linked to the Zionist regime, and the “Epaminondas,” both of which were operating without authorization, repeatedly violating regulations, and manipulating navigation aid systems in a way that endangered maritime safety.
The statement noted that the ships were attempting to exit the Strait of Hormuz covertly when they were detected by IRGC Navy units and intercepted in line with safeguarding the rights of the Iranian nation in the strategic waterway.
The statement added that the vessels have been transferred to Iranian territorial waters for inspection of their cargo, documents, and related records.
The IRGC Navy further emphasized that any attempt to disrupt Iran’s declared regulations for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, or engage in activities contrary to safe navigation in this strategic route, will be met with firm and legal action following full monitoring and assessment.
Source: Tasnim news agency