Trump warned that any interference with the mission would be met with forceful action.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it had detained two foreign-flagged ships for alleged regulatory violations, including operating without permits and tampering with navigation systems.
U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed the operation in a social media post, saying American forces had “full custody” of the vessel and were inspecting its cargo.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed that the ceasefire would take effect immediately, raising hopes for a broader diplomatic breakthrough.
A senior Iranian source said on Tuesday afternoon that Tehran would not show flexibility as long as Washington continues to demand its "surrender under pressure."