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US resumes naval blockade of Iranian ports, says CENTCOM

US resumes naval blockade of Iranian ports, says CENTCOM

publish time

14/07/2026

publish time

14/07/2026

US resumes naval blockade of Iranian ports, says CENTCOM
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WASHINGTON, July 14: The United States resumed a naval blockade against vessels transiting to and from Iranian ports and coastal areas at 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced.

CENTCOM said the blockade comes amid heightened military tensions with Iran, adding that more than 20 US Navy warships and hundreds of military aircraft are currently operating across the Middle East. In a post on X, the command said American forces remain "vigilant, lethal, and ready" as operations continue.