The guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) is enforcing a U.S. blockade against Iran in the Arabian Sea. As of June 7, 2026, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that 132 commercial vessels have been redirected and 6 disabled to ensure compliance with the blockade.

CENTCOM stated:

The officer of the deck aboard USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) observes a merchant vessel while the guided-missile destroyer enforces the U.S. blockade against Iran in the Arabian Sea. As of June 7, CENTCOM forces have redirected 132 commercial vessels and disabled 6 to ensure