US CENTCOM redirects 144 commercial vessels to enforce Iran maritime blockade
US Central Command says 144 commercial ships have been redirected to ensure compliance with the maritime blockade on Iran as of October 31.
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AIThe United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced the redirection of 144 commercial vessels to ensure their compliance with the maritime blockade imposed on Iran, as of October 31.
In a statement posted on its X account, CENTCOM said the US aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) continues to support the enforcement of the blockade. The statement noted that a US Navy MH-60R Seahawk helicopter took off from the carrier's deck as part of these operations.
CENTCOM added that these measures are part of what it described as a strict US blockade on Iran, aimed at ensuring commercial vessels adhere to American regulations.
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