CENTCOM Officially Lifts Naval Blockade on Iranian Ports
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the official lifting of the naval blockade on all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports on June 18, 2026. This move follows the signing of an interim memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran. CENTCOM confirmed that American naval assets will remain in the region to monitor compliance with the peace agreement. The lifting of the blockade is a critical step in de-escalating the conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Date: June 18, 2026
Location: Iran
Conflict: US-Iran Conflict
Category: naval
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: APA News Agency