U.S. State Department said both crews successfully handled the incident . American sailors have attacked Iranians at sea in the past . The incident occurred close to the Strait of Gibraltar . Piracy is a major problem for international shippers .
U.S. State Department says both crews successfully handled the situation . American sailors have helped Iranians at sea in the past . The incident occurred close to the Strait of Hormuz . Piracy is a major problem for international shippers .