US Joint Chiefs chair: No boardings yet
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Kain has confirmed the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports remains in full effect, despite President Trump's recent contradictory statement about opening the Strait of Hormuz for China. General Kain stated the U.S. Navy will actively pursue any ship flying the Iranian flag or any vessel attempting to provide material support to Iran. All ships attempting to break through the blockade will be intercepted and boarded, reinforcing the enforcement posture detailed in earlier warnings.
General Caine's statement specifically mentions that U.S. Central Command has not been required to board any ships as of this morning.
General Caine described the opening hours of the blockade, showing how U.S. naval vessels identified violating and potential violator vessels.
CENTCOM provided a specific count of 13 vessels turned back from the blockade.
General Dan Caine provided new details on the initial enforcement actions, stating U.S. forces quickly identified and moved to interdict vessels in the blockade's opening hours.
General Dan Caine is quoted directly, stating the captains made a "wise decision" and that 13 ships have turned around.
General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, has personally detailed the blockade's enforcement.
Video footage shows CJCS Dan Caine reviewing the blockade operation.
General Dan Kain explicitly stated the blockade continues and that the US Navy will pursue any ship under the Iranian flag or providing material support, clarifying the operational stance following Trump's statement.
