The Pentagon has reported that Iran has suffered an estimated loss of $4.8 billion due to the ongoing US naval blockade. According to a review cited by Axios, the blockade has deprived Tehran of nearly five billion dollars in oil revenue since it was implemented. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell stated that the blockade aims to maintain sustained economic pressure on Iran.

Acting Pentagon press secretary Joel Valdez said in a statement that the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz remains fully operational and is achieving its intended impact. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that since the blockade began on April 13, American forces have forced 45 commercial vessels to turn back or return to port in the Middle East.

Despite the absence of diplomatic progress, both the United States and Iran have intensified their respective blockades. Iran has strengthened its control over the Strait of Hormuz, while US forces continue to restrict maritime traffic in the Gulf of Oman.