US forces disabled a commercial cargo ship that was attempting to run an Iran‑imposed blockade in the Gulf of Oman. A US military jet struck the stern of the vessel, according to the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM).
The strike disabled the ship but did not harm the crew, CENTCOM said. The action was taken to protect shipping lanes and maintain freedom of navigation in the region.
The incident took place in the Gulf of Oman, a key maritime corridor that links the Arabian Sea to the Persian Gulf. Iran has imposed a blockade in this area, prompting increased vigilance from U.S. naval forces.
While details such as the ship’s name, flag state and cargo were not released, the event underscores the growing tensions surrounding maritime security in the region.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>