A U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker for refueling while patrolling the Middle East, U.S. Central Command said on July 30. The P-8 is a specialized reconnaissance aircraft monitoring regional waters during America's blockade against Iran. As of July 30, CENTCOM stated that the blockade has redirected 22 commercial vessels, disabled 2, and boarded 2.