Iran plans ports to bypass US blockade

Iran is planning to use alternative ports outside its southern region to circumvent the ongoing U.S. naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz. The strategy, reported by the state-affiliated Mehr News Agency, aims to bypass the blockade by utilizing ports not directly affected by U.S. naval interdiction efforts. This move comes as the U.S. has intercepted multiple tankers attempting to enter or leave Iranian ports since the blockade began. The plan highlights Iran's efforts to maintain its oil exports and economic activity despite the blockade, which has been fully implemented by U.S. forces.