The U.S. military has widened its efforts beyond the blockade of Iran’s ports to allow its forces around the world to stop any ship tied to Tehran or those suspected of carrying supplies that could help its government,

Iran's military warns it could block exports and imports in the Red Sea, Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman if the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports is not lifted.

Iran’s top military commander warned the U.S. against continued enforcement of its naval blockade against Iranian commercial ships and oil tankers, saying the “unlawful” action would be considered a violation of the cease-fire.

The United States has weakened Iran’s military capabilities. However, Iran continues to fire missiles and drones at its neighbors and U.S. military sites, which shows the country has maintained its ability to strike militarily.

Experts say Iran's military is built to survive, not win conventionally, as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps retains missiles, proxies and naval threats despite U.S. strikes.

By Idrees Ali and Phil Stewart WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) - The U.S. naval blockade of Iran is just an example of "polite" behavior during the ongoing ceasefire and U.S. forces are ready to strike Iran's power plants and energy industry if ordered,

Thousands of boxes sent to service members in Middle East are stuck in limbo. The Postal Service has indefinitely suspended delivery amid Iran war.

Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan's army chief, is playing a crucial role in mediating between Iran and the U.S.

The US has committed more than a dozen warships to the blockade of Iran's ports. The top general singled out the destroyers involved.