The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that it has seized a commercial vessel named 'Sevan' in the Arabian Sea. According to CENTCOM, the ship was attempting to violate the naval blockade imposed on Iran. The operation was carried out by a U.S. Navy helicopter launched from the guided-missile destroyer USS Pinckney. CENTCOM reported that the seized vessel is now complying with U.S. directives and is being redirected toward Iran.

CENTCOM described the 'Sevan' as part of a network involved in transporting Iranian oil and gas. The command stated that U.S. forces continue to fully enforce sanctions and the naval blockade on ships entering or leaving Iranian ports. Since the blockade began, 37 vessels have reportedly been diverted to alternate routes.

The report, citing Middle East Eye, underscores Washington’s continued enforcement of maritime restrictions targeting Iranian trade networks in the region.