US military turns around 6 ships, ‘completely’ halts trade from Iran’s ports amid blockade

April 15, 2026

The U.S. military on Tuesday said it has turned six ships around in its effort to “completely” halt trade from Iran’s ports — the first effort since President Trump imposed a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz.

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