American forces have resumed naval blockade measures against Iran. US naval forces redirected five commercial vessels and disabled one tanker. The USS Donald Cook conducted operations enforcing the ongoing blockade. This action follows the collapse of a recent MoU between the nations. Tensions have escalated in West Asia following these developments.

U.S. Central Command said it disabled an oil tanker headed toward Kharg Island, the distribution point for 90% of Iran’s oil.

US forces disabled an oil tanker breaching the Iran blockade. End of blockade by August 31, 2026 at 44% YES.