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naval blockade was implemented.
and that the vessel made a U-turn in the Gulf of Oman.
Lloyd's List says the rich starry had been transmitting false data, known as spoofing, since early April, which could mean it was loaded with Iranian cargo.
Ships can often mask their movements by spoofing or turning off their transponders.
Central Command says six merchant vessels heading towards the strait complied with direction from U.S.
forces to turn around, and that no others have gotten through.
Despite being anchored since the start of the war more than a month ago, hundreds of ships were not eager to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
There were still regional attacks.
It's uncertain if Iran has cleared mines in the water and a threat broadcast to the ships from Iran itself.
The White House says the president is aware of reports that Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz and disputes them, while also saying that would be completely unacceptable.
Despite being anchored since the start of the war more than a month ago, hundreds of ships were not eager to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
There were still regional attacks.
It's uncertain if Iran has cleared mines in the water and a threat broadcast to the ships from Iran itself.
The White House says the president is aware of reports that Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz and disputes them, while also saying that would be completely unacceptable.
Despite being anchored since the start of the war more than a month ago, hundreds of ships were not eager to transit the Strait of Hormuz.