US military claims maritime superiority after Iran blockade enforcement

Middle East Eye · April 15, 2026 War

US military claims maritime superiority after Iran blockade enforcement The US Central Command said it has achieved “maritime superiority” in the Middle East, adding that its blockade of Iranian ports was “fully implemented” within 36 hours of its launch, according to a statement late Monday. The command quoted its chief, Adm. Brad Cooper, as saying US forces had halted all sea trade going in and out of Iran.

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