Agencies | Tehran:
Tehran has accused Washington of lacking seriousness in negotiations, as security risks in the Gulf continue to escalate amid fresh concerns over maritime safety.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that a vessel caught fire approximately 63 nautical miles (117 kilometres) southeast of al-Faw, Iraq.
Further details about the vessel, the cause of the fire and any casualties were not immediately available.
The incident comes amid heightened regional tensions, with Iran questioning the United States’ commitment to negotiations. The latest developments have added to concerns over maritime security in the Gulf, a strategically important corridor for global energy shipments.
Further details about the vessel incident and the diplomatic exchanges between Tehran and Washington were awaited.
