Iran News -UPDATE 19 JULY

Earlier, U.S. Navy USS Boxer shot down an #Iran drone over the Straits of #Hormuz today, after issuing multiple warnings to retreat.


There is also a report that Iran has offered increased nuclear inspections for sanctions leniency.


And 
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#BREAKING: #Iran's Press TV shows video of seized foreign oil ship, showing it matches missing #UAE-based vessel


POTUS VIDEO STATEMENT HERE:
https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1151948135868051457

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#BREAKING: ABC News confirms emergency meetings at the highest level are now convening in the United Kingdom after a British tanker was seized by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps in the Persian Gulf
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'Iran has also seized a second tanker, the Liberian-flagged MV Mesdar, according to a US official. Two more US officials tell CNN that, according to maritime intelligence reports, the indication is the Mesdar has been seized.





j/k!   Iranians are very nice people. Mullah's?  Not so much.

https://www.centcom.mil/MEDIA/STATEMENTS/Statements-View/Article/1911282/us-central-command-statement-on-operation-sentinel/utm_source/hootsuite/



U.S. Central Command Statement on Operation Sentinel
U.S. Central Command

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TAMPA, Fla., July 19, 2019 —
U.S. Central Command is developing a multinational maritime effort, Operation Sentinel, to increase surveillance of and security in key waterways in the Middle East to ensure freedom of navigation in light of recent events in the Arabian Gulf region. 

The goal of Operation Sentinel is to promote maritime stability, ensure safe passage, and de-escalate tensions in international waters throughout the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait (BAM) and the Gulf of Oman. 

This maritime security framework will enable nations to provide escort to their flagged vessels while taking advantage of the cooperation of participating nations for coordination and enhanced maritime domain awareness and surveillance.

While the United States has committed to supporting this initiative, contributions and leadership from regional and international partners will be required to succeed. 

U.S. officials continue to coordinate with allies and partners in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East on the details and capabilities required for Operation Sentinel to enable freedom of navigation in the region and protect vital shipping lanes.