Global Expansion of U.S. Blockade on Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the U.S. blockade on Iran is expanding globally. He emphasized that no ship can pass through the Strait of Hormuz without U.S. Navy permission. So far, 34 ships have been turned around by the U.S. Navy, highlighting the growing enforcement.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has declared that the U.S. blockade on Iran is being extended globally. This strategic move comes as a means to pressure Tehran into making a favorable deal with Washington.
In a statement to the press, Hegseth asserted that the U.S. Navy's control is absolute, with no vessel allowed to traverse the Strait of Hormuz without its authorization. This highlights the escalating enforcement of the blockade.
So far, the U.S. Navy has intercepted and turned back 34 ships attempting to pass through the strategic waterway, showcasing the United States' commitment to maintaining stringent control over maritime activities in the region.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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