U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Thursday on the X social media platform that the P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft is monitoring the naval blockade against the Islamic Republic, using specialized U.S. Navy reconnaissance equipment. CENTCOM added that by the 8th of Mordad, 24 commercial ships have been forced to change course, two vessels have broken down, and two vessels have been inspected to ensure the full implementation of this blockade.