Washington, May 27 -- The US military said Tuesday that its naval blockade targeting Iranian ports, and entities linked to the Islamic regime as of now has managed to redirect 108 commercial ships since operations began on April 13.

In an update, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the blockade remains active, even as diplomatic efforts continue between Washington and Iran with a ceasefire announced earlier this year by President Donald Trump.

The maritime operation was launched less than a week after Trump declared a truce with Tehran, though both sides have since accused each other of violating the agreement.

Iran has repeatedly condemned the US naval campaign as illegal and in breach of the ceasefire, while responding with restricti...