US military redirects 55 ships since resuming Iran maritime blockade
US Central Command says 55 commercial vessels rerouted and two ships disabled since the renewed maritime blockade on Iran began.
Since the resumption of the Iran maritime blockade, the US military has redirected 55 commercial ships and disabled two vessels, according to Central Command. The US military deployed over 20 warships in the Middle East to enforce the blockade, which has restricted the movement of vessels associated with Iranian trade. The commanding officer did not disclose further details regarding the disabling operations or the names of the targeted ships.
As US President Donald Trump stated on Sunday, negotiations between the US and Iran are making slow progress, likening the talks to a game of chess. Trump added that the US maritime blockade has exacerbated Iran's economic crisis, as American pressure on Tehran persists alongside ongoing military and naval activities in the region.
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