The U.S. military has intercepted at least three Iranian-flagged oil tankers in Asian waters, including the Deep Sea supertanker and the Dorena, which was fully loaded with 2 million barrels of crude oil. These actions are part of a blockade imposed by Washington on Iran's maritime trade amidst ongoing military operations by the U.S. and Israel against Iran. The interceptions occurred near India, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka, as tensions escalate following Iran's retaliatory actions against ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The closure of this strategic waterway has disrupted approximately 20% of the world's oil and gas supplies, leading to a global energy crisis. U.S. Central Command reported that since the blockade's inception, 29 vessels have been directed to return to port. The situation remains tense, with little indication of peace talks resuming.