VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-17
“CENTCOM forces have redirected 64 commercial vessels, disabled 3, and boarded 2 to ensure compliance,”
United States Defense Department · said 2026-08-17 · reported 2026-08-17
The statement described CENTCOM actions against commercial vessels as of August 17.
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