CENTCOM: Dozens of vessels prevented from crossing Iran blockade

The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said that American naval forces have been actively enforcing the blockade of Iranian ports, confirming that multiple vessels have been prevented from breaching the restrictions.

According to a statement cited by Caliber.Az, U.S. forces intercepted a total of 31 ships that attempted to pass through the blockade. The command clarified that these vessels were not allowed to proceed and were instead compelled to change course.

U.S. forces have directed 31 vessels to turn around or return to port as part of the U.S. blockade against Iran. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/lG5ACEt7LR

— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) April 23, 2026

“U.S. forces have directed 31 vessels to turn around or return to port as part of the U.S. blockade against Iran,” the statement reads.

By Tamilla Hasanova