No ships ‘make it past US blockade’ in Hormuz strait in first day: Pentagon
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The US military's Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that in the first 24 hours of the US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, no ships entered or exited Iranian ports, and six merchant ships turned around. This blockade, announced by President Trump after failed US-Iran talks, aims to restrict vessels entering and exiting Iranian ports, while allowing free passage to other ships. CENTCOM stated that 10,000 US personnel, warships, and aircraft are involved in enforcing the blockade. Conflicting reports emerged, with some outlets claiming ships transited the strait after leaving Iranian ports, while Reuters reported vessels transiting but not heading to Iran. Military observers suggest the blockade is sustainable but increases the risk of Iranian attacks and broader escalations, potentially impacting global oil markets.
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AI-Extracted10,000 US sailors, Marines and airmen were involved in the operation.
Reuters reported at least three vessels transited the strait during the first 24 hours of the blockade.
The blockade applies only to vessels “entering and exiting Iranian ports”.
Six merchant ships followed orders to turn around.
The Pentagon says no ships “made it past” the United States military blockade in the Strait of Hormuz in its first 24 hours.
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