US Naval Blockade of Iran: 15 Humanitarian Ships Allowed, 67 Redirected, 4 Disabled

NEW YORK, May 13. /TASS/. In the first month of the naval blockade of Iran, the US military allowed 15 ships to pass for humanitarian purposes, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said. "Four weeks ago, CENTCOM began implementing the blockade against ships entering and exiting Iran’s ports. As of today, American forces have redirected 67 commercial vessels, allowed 15 supporting humanitarian aid to pass, and disabled 4 to ensure compliance," it said on X. The US military did not explain what kind of cargo the vessels were carrying. The US imposed a naval blockade of Iran on April 13. CENTCOM said they intend to block the movement of all ships heading to and from the ports of the Islamic Republic.