CENTCOM lifts blockade of Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz

The armed forces of the United States have lifted the blockade on vessels entering and leaving Iranian ports in the area of the Strait of Hormuz, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said on X.

Today, US armed forces have lifted the blockade of all maritime vessels entering and leaving Iranian ports and coastal areas, in accordance with the directive of the President of the United States, the post reads.

US forces are not obstructing the transit of ships to and from Iranian ports. All efforts by US armed forces to enforce the blockade have been terminated, it adds.

CENTCOM also clarified that naval ships will remain in the area to ensure compliance with, enforcement of, and full implementation of all aspects of the agreement between the United States and Iran on conflict resolution.