CENTCOM: 23 ships turned around in Hormuz blockade

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced that 23 ships have complied with directions from U.S. forces to turn around since the commencement of the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. This enforcement action follows Iran's closure of the strait and ongoing tensions over maritime security. The U.S. military is actively patrolling the area, including with AH-64 Apache helicopters, to maintain the blockade and deter Iranian aggression. The situation continues to disrupt global shipping and escalate regional instability.