The United States Armed Forces announced today the lifting of the maritime blockade on Iranian ports, ending two months of strict restrictions on ships entering and leaving Iran.
In an official statement, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) informed that the blockade was lifted in accordance with direct guidance from US President Donald Trump.
“Today, US forces have lifted the blockade on all maritime traffic entering and leaving Iranian ports and coastal areas,” the military command explained.
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Despite the decision, the United States emphasized that its warships remain deployed in the region to monitor the situation.
The maritime blockade had been imposed in the context of intense conflicts and heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran, severely affecting commercial traffic and the circulation of vessels in Iranian ports.
The announcement comes during a phase of easing relations between the two countries, following recent diplomatic understandings aimed at consolidating the ceasefire and reducing military escalation in the region.
