The U.S. Navy has taken control of 23 merchant vessels leaving Iranian ports
The U.S. Navy has monitored 23 commercial vessels departing from Iranian ports amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, according to CENTCOM. Following warnings from U.S. forces, these ships reportedly altered their course and returned to port. While no direct boardings or seizures have occurred yet, international media reports suggest that the U.S. may be preparing to intercept Iran-linked oil tankers.
It was reported that while the tense situation around the Strait of Hormuz continues, the US Navy has taken control of 23 merchant ships leaving Iranian ports. This was reported by the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM).
According to reports, these vessels were forced to change course and turn back after warnings from US forces.
The statement emphasizes that so far the US military has not directly boarded these ships and does not have full control over them.
At the same time, some international media outlets report that the US Navy is preparing to board oil tankers linked to Iran and potentially seize them.
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