Information has been released regarding the maritime operations of US forces concerning Iran.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the US Central Command (CENTCOM) has provided details on the ongoing maritime measures in the region.
According to the statement, since the commencement of the blockade on April 13, the US Navy has turned back 28 merchant vessels that were either entering or exiting Iranian ports, ordering them to return to port. CENTCOM noted on its official X account that these actions were carried out as part of the enforcement of the blockade protocols.
The report further highlighted an incident on April 19, where the US Navy seized an Iranian-owned cargo ship named "Tuska" in the Gulf of Oman. It was noted that during the operation, the ship's crew failed to comply with the orders issued by US forces. The US officially announced the start of blockade measures against Iranian ports starting from mid-April to monitor and regulate maritime traffic in the area.
The Gulf of Oman serves as a critical maritime corridor, connecting the Arabian Sea with the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for global energy supplies. Such blockade measures are typically implemented to ensure regional security and monitor the movement of goods in strategic waterways. The US Central Command continues to oversee operations in the Middle East to maintain maritime stability and enforce international shipping standards in these highly contested waters.
