U.S. Navy sailors are on watch on the bridge of the USS Ross (DDG-71) destroyer. Ross is one of more than 20 American warships deployed in the Middle East that support military missions, including the strict enforcement of the U.S. naval blockade against Iran. As of August 9, U.S. Central Command forces have diverted the routes of 55 merchant ships, stopped two vessels from moving, and inspected two ships to ensure compliance with regulations.

- U.S. Central Command