What happened
On September 15 local time, US Central Command stated that US forces continue to carry out a maritime blockade mission targeting Iran.
According to the command, as of September 15, the operation has caused 103 merchant ships to change course.
The statement was reported by CCTV News and carried by East Money.
Why it matters
The figure indicates the blockade is affecting a significant number of commercial vessels, suggesting the measure is having a broad operational impact on shipping in the region.
Because the claim comes from the US military itself, it reflects the command's own accounting of the mission's effects rather than an independent assessment.
Key facts
US Central Command said on September 15 that US forces continue to execute a maritime blockade mission against Iran.
As of September 15, the blockade has caused 103 merchant ships to change course, according to the command.
The source of the report is CCTV News, carried by East Money.
What to watch next
Whether the number of diverted vessels continues to rise in subsequent statements from US Central Command.
How the blockade's impact on merchant shipping develops, and whether further details about the mission are released.
