Trump says U.S. reinstates blockade of Iranian shipping in Strait of Hormuz, orders new U.S. strikes

🌐 The Japan Times (IR) —

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Following Iran's announcement to close the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump declared the reinstatement of a US maritime blockade and ordered new strikes, escalating tensions and increasing oil prices amid ongoing regional hostilities.

The latest hostilities followed Iran's announcement that it would close the waterway, casting further doubt on peace and driving oil prices higher.

World Security Conflict Politics Markets Commodities Energy Shipping Strait of Hormuz Iran US blockade oil prices Trump maritime conflict regional tension

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