Iran raises ground forces deployment along border amid US naval blockade

TEHRAN, Iran — Iran's Army Ground Forces Command said its units are on full alert along the country's border regions to respond to potential threats, the Tasnim news agency reported. The force commander said the ground forces would be deployed at full strength across the country's borders and remain prepared for any threat. Separately, US Central Command announced Wednesday that a naval blockade against Iran is being enforced, saying 86 commercial vessels have altered course since the operation resumed on July 14. The update comes amid heightened US-Iran military tensions and broader regional security concerns. The Wall Street Journal, citing US officials, reported that President Donald Trump backs formally declaring an end to the conflict with Iran. No further details were immediately available on a potential announcement.