The US guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta intercepted the Iranian crude oil tanker M/T Stream on April 26 while enforcing the American blockade of Iranian ports, as efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz continue

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi held detailed talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, discussing tensions involving the US and Israel, regional developments, and strengthening strategic ties. Moscow assured support for Iran and efforts to restore peace in West Asia.