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US Navy Says Strait of Hormuz Escort Duty Would Exceed Its Capacity
The Navy’s top officer told lawmakers that escorting commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz in a contested environment would overextend available naval capacity.
Key Takeaways
- The Navy’s top officer said escorting ships through the strait would exceed naval capacity.
- The US is continuing a blockade tied to Iranian maritime traffic.
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DT Editorial Team··via breakingdefense.com