US Central Command: Naval blockade on Iran remains in effect, 12 ships redirected
US Central Command says the naval blockade on Iran is fully enforced, with 12 commercial vessels redirected and two ships disabled for non-compliance.
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AIThe United States Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed on Saturday evening that the naval blockade imposed on Iran remains fully in effect, noting that maritime operations continue to ensure compliance with the measures in place.
CENTCOM stated that as of July 25, US forces have redirected 12 commercial vessels that attempted to breach the blockade and disabled two ships for failing to comply. Additionally, two inspections were carried out to verify full adherence to the restrictions.
The command added that today, US forces conducted an inspection of the Comoros-flagged oil tanker M/T Charminar in the Arabian Sea before allowing it to continue its voyage.
CENTCOM also reported that US forces disabled the Mozambique-flagged oil tanker M/T Lavine in the Gulf of Oman on July 24, after its crew repeatedly attempted to breach the blockade and ignored warnings. The vessel is no longer en route to Iran, the statement confirmed.
CENTCOM emphasized that US forces remain at the highest levels of readiness, vigilance, and preparedness to carry out their missions.