The United States revealed that it had blocked 100 commercial ships from entering and exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas in just over a month, according to a statement by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) on May 23.
The blockade, which began on April 13 following a proclamation by President Donald Trump, covered all Iranian ports on the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.
Four of the ships were “disabled” during the period, while troops allowed 26 humanitarian aid ships to pass through.
“Our service members are doing extraordinary work,” CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper said in a statement on Saturday.
“They have been highly effective by executing the mission with precision and professionalism, allowing zero trade into and out of Iranian ports, which has squeezed Iran economically.”…