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Conflict & Security · Middle EastCENTCOM Chief Visits Strait of Hormuz, Claims Routes Clear of Mines
US CENTCOM chief Admiral Brad Cooper visited the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that key transit routes are clear of Iranian mines. The command also announced support for over 3,000 commercial vessel transits and 1.5 billion barrels of oil exports in six months.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS blockade cost Iran $25bn in oil revenue, says CENTCOM chief
CENTCOM commander Admiral Brad Cooper stated that the US naval blockade has cost Iran $25 billion in oil revenue and that $350 million in cryptocurrency has been frozen. Reports also indicate the blockade prevents billions of dollars in crude oil exports and has impacted the IRGC's ability to pay troops.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastUS military escorted over 1 billion barrels of oil through Strait of Hormuz
The US military's Central Command stated that over one billion barrels of oil and more than 2,000 commercial vessels have transited the Strait of Hormuz in recent months. CENTCOM also reported that Iran has exported no oil during this period.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS Central Command denies Israeli report that commander pushed for Iran strikes
Israeli media reported that the head of US Central Command proposed renewed strikes on Iran’s oil, gas and electricity facilities during a visit to Israel. CENTCOM denied the claim, calling it false. Right-rated outlets led on the proposal; no left- or centre-rated outlet ran the story.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS diverts 53 vessels in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran blockade
The US Central Command diverted 53 commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, disabled two, and boarded two others as part of a blockade against Iran. Over 30 ships were allowed passage for humanitarian aid, while the US Treasury targeted digital asset platforms linked to Iranian entities.
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