Iran live updates: IRGC says it seized 2 vessels in Strait of Hormuz

Trump said Tuesday that the ceasefire was extended indefinitely.

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Last updated: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 4:04PM GMT
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President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes targeting military, government and infrastructure sites.

Following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire, initial U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan earlier this month failed to reach a peace deal. On Tuesday, Trump announced he was extending the ceasefire and continuing the blockade until Iran's proposal is submitted and discussions are concluded "one way or the other."

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10:46 AM GMT

IRGC says it seized 2 vessels in Strait of Hormuz

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy confirmed its interdiction and seizure of two vessels on Wednesday which it said were "attempting to secretly exit the Strait of Hormuz."

The IRGC Navy named the two vessels as the MSC Francesca and the Epaminondas. Both were transferred to Iranian territorial waters "in order to examine the cargo and documents," the navy said.

ABC News has reached out to MSC for comment.

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Apr 21, 2026, 11:00 PM GMT

Pakistan commends continued ceasefire

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked President Donald Trump for extending the ceasefire "to allow ongoing diplomatic efforts to take their course."

Jared Kushner, left, and Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, greet each other, Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Islamabad, Pakistan for talks about Iran.
Jared Kushner, left, and Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, greet each other, Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Islamabad, Pakistan for talks about Iran.

He called on both sides to continue to observe the ceasefire and said Pakistan will "continue its earnest efforts for negotiated settlement of conflict."

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Apr 21, 2026, 10:48 PM GMT

White House confirms Vance not traveling to Pakistan

According to a White House official, Vice President JD Vance won't be traveling to Pakistan on Tuesday.

Vice President JD Vance speaks during a Turning Point USA event at Akins Ford Arena at the Classic Center in Athens, Ga., Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
Vice President JD Vance speaks during a Turning Point USA event at Akins Ford Arena at the Classic Center in Athens, Ga., Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

"In light of President Trump's TRUTH Social post confirming the United States is awaiting a unified proposal from the Iranians, the trip to Pakistan will not be happening today," the official said. "Any further updates on in-person meetings will be announced by the White House."

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Apr 21, 2026, 9:49 PM GMT

Hezbollah and Israel accuse the other of violating ceasefire

The Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah said it fired rockets and drones at Israeli forces on Tuesday for the first time since a 10-day truce took effect Friday "in response to the blatant and documented violations" by Israel.

The alleged violations included "attacks on civilians and the destruction of their homes and villages in southern Lebanon," Hezbollah said in a statement.

Women mourn during a mass funeral procession for Hezbollah fighters killed before the ceasefire in the war with Israel in the village of Kfar Sir, Lebanon, Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
Women mourn during a mass funeral procession for Hezbollah fighters killed before the ceasefire in the war with Israel in the village of Kfar Sir, Lebanon, Tuesday, April 21, 2026.

The Israel Defense Forces said it responded by striking Hezbollah's rocket launcher.

"The launches constitute a blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement," the IDF said.