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August 16, 2019

U.S. Puts Pressure on Crew of Iranian Oil Tanker Seized in July
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Authorities in Gibraltar have ordered the release of an Iranian oil
tanker which had been seized by British marines in July. The Trump
administration responded to the news by threatening to deny visas to any
crew members who rejoin the ship. Meanwhile, reports have emerged that
the United States has taken part in secret talks between the United Arab
Emirates and Israel on developing new ways to confront Iran.


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