US military says blockade of Iran ports ‘completely’ halts economic trade
How a US blockade on Iran has sanctioned ships turning around
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The US military, through Central Command (CENTCOM), has announced a complete blockade of Iranian ports, halting all sea-based economic trade. Implemented within the last 36 hours, the blockade involves over 10,000 US armed forces members, warships, and planes. CENTCOM is enforcing the blockade against all vessels entering or leaving Iranian coastal areas and ports. According to CENTCOM, six merchant ships complied with US orders to turn around in the first 24 hours, and a US Navy destroyer interdicted two oil tankers attempting to leave Iran. US President Trump hopes the blockade will compel Iran to accept US terms for ending the US-Israel war on Iran, following failed negotiations in Pakistan.
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Six merchant ships had complied with US orders to turn around and “re-enter an Iranian port”.
An estimated 90% of Iran’s economy is fuelled by international trade by sea.
Economic trade entering and leaving Iran by sea has been “completely halted”.
US military says blockade of Iranian ports has been “fully implemented”.
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