Trump says US will block ships crossing Strait of Hormuz, is ready to 'end' Iran
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Source: 9News
Published: 2026-04-12 23:14 UTC+10:00
Section: World
Factuality Score: 90
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Middle East, Military & Defence, Iran, Energy, World News, US Politics, Business & Economy, War & Conflict
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US President Donald Trump says the US Navy will "immediately" begin a blockade to stop ships from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz.After US officials ended peace talks with Iran in Pakistan, Trump on Sunday sought to exert more strategic control over the waterway responsible for the transportation of 20 per cent of global oil supplies — hoping to takeaway Iran's key source of economic leverage in the war."Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World,
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