The United States has announced the successful implementation of its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial maritime route for global oil and gas supply. US Central Command Commander Admiral Brad Cooper stated that the blockade aims to halt Iran's economic trade, which relies heavily on maritime routes. In less than 36 hours since its initiation, the US military claimed to have stopped all maritime trade with Iran, including turning back six merchant vessels. However, reports indicate that at least two ships, including a Chinese-flagged tanker, managed to transit the strait on the first day of the blockade. This has raised questions about the effectiveness of the blockade, especially as maritime intelligence suggests that numerous commercial vessels continued to navigate through Hormuz. While the blockade targets Iranian ports, Iran has reportedly maintained its oil exports, with estimates suggesting it exported 1.84 million barrels per day in March. Experts believe that while Iran may still utilize shadow fleets for oil exports, the blockade has nonetheless disrupted its maritime trade significantly.