US Central Command (CENTCOM) will begin enforcing the blockade on all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports on April 13 at 10 a.m. ET, according to an official announcement made in line with a presidential proclamation.
The directive applies to all ships, regardless of flag or ownership, operating in Iranian coastal waters, including ports in the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.
The United States will impose a blockade on Iranian ports while US Central Command announces the naval campaign
However, US Central Command stressed that this measure will not impede the freedom of navigation of ships Crossing the Strait of Hormuz To or from non-Iranian ports, a crucial distinction aimed at maintaining global energy flows.
US Central Command said: “The blockade will be applied impartially against ships from all countries entering or leaving Iranian ports and coastal areas, including all Iranian ports on the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.” Articulated.
Officials said the operation would be carried out impartially and that merchant seafarers would receive additional guidance through official “Notice to Seafarers” communications before implementation.
Ships operating in the Gulf of Oman and approaching the Strait of Hormuz are advised to monitor marine broadcasts and maintain contact with US Navy forces on VHF Channel 16 bridge-to-bridge.
The move represents a significant escalation in maritime pressure on Iran amid ongoing regional tensions that have already disrupted shipping routes and increased global energy market volatility.
Analysts point out that although the Strait of Hormuz remains open, restricting access to Iranian ports could exacerbate economic pressures on Tehran.
US Central Command did not provide details about the duration of the siege but indicated that more operational updates will follow as conditions in the region evolve.
Shipping operators and energy traders are expected to monitor developments closely as implementation rolls out, with marine risk assessments likely to be reviewed in real time.
Insurance premiums on Gulf-bound cargo could also fluctuate depending on the scope of implementation and any Iranian response.
The situation remains fluid, as governments and commercial fleets await further clarification from U.S. maritime authorities in the coming hours and days before the scheduled rollout period.
“Enjoy the current pumping numbers. With the so-called ‘siege,’ you will be nostalgic for gasoline prices of $4-$5.” books Qalibaf, Speaker of the Parliament of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
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