- U.S. military enforces naval blockade of Iranian ports, preventing any ships from passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
- A dozen U.S. warships and over 100 aircraft are involved in the operation.
- Six merchant ships have been turned back to Iranian ports under U.S. orders.
- Iran h
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