Iranian forces take over Israel-linked Portuguese ship MCS ARIES
As an individual closely following international affairs, the recent takeover of the Israel-linked Portuguese vessel MCS ARIES by Iranian forces has left me perplexed and concerned. The ship, sailing under the Portuguese flag with a crew consisting of Filipino workers, seems to have fallen victim to a misguided act of aggression by Iran. The ship’s only tenuous connection to Israel is through its partial ownership by an Israeli mogul, even though both the owner and the company are based in Monaco. This takeover highlights the irrationality and recklessness of Iran’s actions on the global stage.
The fact that this seizure was carried out by the Iranian navy, rather than a proxy group, adds a layer of complexity to the situation.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker