US intercepts 8 tankers under Iran blockade

U.S. naval forces have intercepted a total of eight crude oil tankers attempting to enter or leave Iranian ports since the start of the American naval blockade on Monday. In all cases, American forces contacted the crews by radio and instructed them to reverse course, with all vessels complying. The interceptions demonstrate the ongoing enforcement of the blockade, which aims to halt Iran's maritime oil trade. This action follows the declaration by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) that the blockade is fully implemented and that no vessels have breached it.