CENTCOM: US has redirected 34 ships in Strait of Hormuz to date

U.S. Central Command reports 34 vessels diverted in ongoing Strait of Hormuz blockade against Iranian ports. | Contesto: cronaca

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• CENTCOM: US has redirected 34 ships in Strait of Hormuz to date

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The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Thursday that American forces have redirected 34 vessels as part of a continuing blockade against ships entering or exiting Iranian ports, marking a significant escalation in maritime pressure on Tehran. In a statement posted on the social media platform X, CENTCOM affirmed that "the blockade against ships entering or exiting Iranian ports continues," adding that "to date, U.S. forces have redirected 34 vessels." The post, dated April 24, 2026, did not specify the types of ships involved, their nationalities, or the precise timeframe during which the diversions occurred, but it underscored the operational scope of the naval campaign in the strategic waterway. The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow passage connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, is one of the world’s most critical chokepoints for oil and gas shipments. Roughly one-fifth of global petroleum consumption transits the strait daily, making any disruption a matter of international economic and security concern. The U.S. blockade, which CENTCOM first announced in earlier statements, appears designed to enforce sanctions and restrict Iran’s maritime trade, though the command has not released detailed criteria for which vessels are targeted or redirected. The announcement comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran, with the U.S. military maintaining a robust naval presence in the region. Iran has previously threatened to close the strait in response to pressure, raising fears of a direct confrontation. The CENTCOM statement did not mention any hostile encounters or resistance from Iranian forces, suggesting that the diversions have been carried out without immediate escalation. Analysts have noted that the redirection of 34 vessels represents a substantial operational achievement but also carries risks. Each diversion could be seen as a provocation by Iran, which has invested in fast-attack boats, mines, and anti-ship missiles to challenge U.S. naval supremacy in the Gulf. The long-term effectiveness of the blockade will depend on the ability of U.S. forces to sustain the effort without triggering a broader conflict. The Strait...

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