US blockades Iranian ports

President Donald Trump ordered the naval blockade after weekend talks failed to resolve deep-seated disputes over Iran's nuclear program and regional influence.

The operation involves over a dozen warships and thousands of personnel tasked with preventing any commercial traffic from entering or exiting Iranian territory.

Despite these efforts, tracking data shows that at least eight ships, including three linked to Iran and a Chinese-sanctioned tanker, have successfully navigated the waterway.

Tehran has responded with threats of retaliation against regional ports, significantly escalating the risk of a broader conflict in one of the world's most critical energy corridors.