US Central Command reports six-month high shipping volumes through Strait of Hormuz
US Central Command announced that shipping volumes in the Strait of Hormuz reached a six-month high over the past fortnight.
Oil transport milestone achieved
Admiral Brad Cooper stated that US forces facilitated the transport of over one billion barrels of crude oil through the waterway in the last two months. This flow includes cargo and liquefied natural gas alongside the crude oil shipments.
Commercial vessel protection efforts
The command provided protection for more than 2,000 commercial vessels transiting the area during this period. Cooper noted that primary transit lanes have been successfully cleared of mines to ensure safe passage.
Regional security cooperation measures
US forces are working with regional partners to enhance air defence capabilities in the vicinity. A new coalition attack drone unit is being formed to support these ongoing operations.
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- Middle East Eye
- The Hill
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