American forces aboard USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) remain vigilant and ready both day and night during enforcement of the U.S. blockade against Iran. As of Aug. 24, CENTCOM forces have redirected 71 commercial vessels, disabled 3 and boarded 2 to ensure compliance. More than 40 vessels supporting humanitarian aid have been allowed to pass.

US forces are enforcing a blockade against Iran, involving vessel redirections, disabling, and boardings to ensure compliance. Humanitarian aid vessels have been permitted to pass.