US Enforces Renewed Naval Blockade on Iran by Disabling Oil Tanker Near Strait of Hormuz
The United States has resumed its maritime blockade against Iran and recently disabled an oil tanker attempting to reach an Iranian port in the Arabian Gulf near Kharg Island. According to the US Central Command, the commercial vessel ignored multiple warnings as it tried to breach the blockade. A US aircraft fired Harpoon missiles at the ship's funnel, effectively stopping it from continuing its journey to Iran. This action marks a significant escalation in the enforcement of the renewed naval restrictions around the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic chokepoint for global oil shipments. The incident occurred on July 15, 2026, underscoring the US commitment to curtail Iran's maritime activities in the region.
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