Staff Writers

Jul 11, 20191 min

Iran Blocks UK Oil Tanker

The United Kingdom says that three Iranian vessels tried to block the passage of a BP-operated tanker in the Strait of Hormuz.


 

 
The three ships retreated after a British warship sent out warnings to them.


 

 
This comes amid tensions between the United States and Iran.


 

 
Iran and voided the nuclear agreement that was in place.


 

 
U.S. President Donald Trump said he would be increasing sanctions on Iran.