Trump Announces Naval Blockade on Iranian Ports Effective Today
President Trump orders immediate naval blockade of Iranian ports, triggering global oil price surge and regional security concerns.
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President Trump orders immediate naval blockade of Iranian ports, triggering global oil price surge and regional security concerns.
The US begins a full maritime blockade on Iranian ports after nuclear talks collapse, escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and drawing international reactions.
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