Defense secretary says warships can be rotated in and out of the region as Washington keeps up pressure on Tehran; more than 55 commercial vessels have been redirected since the blockade began, with three disabled and two boarded

Iranian commander meanwhile says strait is 'under Iran's control' as military says no ships can pass without permission.

US Defense Secretary confirms indefinite naval blockade on Iran. End of blockade by December 31, 2026 at 84.2% YES.