Maritime advisory says U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in effect

LONDON, June 15– The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) on Monday circulated an advisory from the Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC), warning that a U.S. military blockade of Iranian ports remains in effect and that vessels should not attempt to enter restricted areas until further notice.

According to the advisory, the maritime security threat level in the Strait of Hormuz remains severe due to blockade operations. It said a blockade of Iranian ports remains in effect pending the implementation of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement scheduled for June 19, and warned vessels not to enter the restricted area until explicit direction is given.