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Statement

Statement | Aug. 1, 2018

US CENTCOM Spokesman statement on Iran Naval Exercises

"We are aware of the increase in Iranian naval operations within the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz and Gulf of Oman.  We are monitoring it closely, and will continue to work with our partners to ensure freedom of navigation and free flow of commerce in international waterways.

 

We also continue to advocate for all maritime forces to conform to international maritime customs, standards and laws." - Navy Capt. Bill Urban, U.S. Central Command Spokesman.