US blocks Iranian ships at sea amid ongoing blockade
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-26 21:23 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye
The US Central Command said it had turned back 38 ships from Iran as the country's port blockade continues. Reuters reports that the move is a response to Iran's refusal to allow international inspections of its nuclear facilities.
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