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US Military Iran Blockade – Ship Redirection Operations
The US military reports redirecting 100 commercial ships over two months as part of its ongoing blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz, underscoring the scale of the continuing US-Iran maritime standoff.
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The US military has redirected 100 commercial ships in the past two months as part of its blockade on Iranian ports, ensuring none pass without permission through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Arab News (September 12, 2026).
This is part of the ongoing US naval blockade of Iran that has been a dominant story throughout 2026, following the Iran War and subsequent escalation. The blockade has driven oil prices higher, disrupted global shipping, and created diplomatic friction with multiple nations whose vessels have been affected.
## Context
The 100-ship redirection figure provides a concrete operational metric for the scale of the ongoing blockade, which has previously included tanker seizures, mine-clearing operations, and multinational naval escort missions. This data point is likely to recur in future reporting as the blockade continues or evolves.
## Related Stories
This connects to the broader Strait of Hormuz blockade narrative, including the Hormuz Cascade effects on energy, food, finance, and diplomacy, as well as specific incidents like the seizure of Iranian ships and interdiction of tankers in Asian waters.