According to CENTCOM, "The US military has lifted its blockade on maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports," while noting that "US naval ships will remain in the general area."
The United States military has lifted its blockade on maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports following a landmark peace agreement between Washington and Tehran, marking a significant step toward ending years of hostility and opening a new chapter in relations between the longtime adversaries.
The announcement was made by the US Central Command (CENTCOM), which confirmed that commercial maritime activities involving Iranian ports could resume unhindered, although American naval forces would continue to maintain a presence in the region.
According to CENTCOM, "The US military has lifted its blockade on maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports," while noting that "US naval ships will remain in the general area."
US Vice President JD Vance subsequently confirmed that the implementation phase of the agreement had begun.
