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US CENTCOM says will begin implementing a blockade “of all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports” on April 13

Published: 13 Apr 2026 - 12:33 am | Last Updated: 13 Apr 2026 - 12:40 am
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The US miltary’s Central Command (CENTCOM) says that it will begin implementing a blockade “of all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports” on April 13, starting at 10am EST (1500GMT).

 

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