U.S. Naval Blockade Begins, Risking Iran War Cease-Fire: Live Updates
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A ship is seen in the Persian Gulf off the coast of Sharjah in the UAE on April 13, 2026. Photo: -/AFP via Getty Images A naval blockade of Iran ordered by President Donald Trump has begun after the U.S. and Iran failed to come to an agreement during direct peace talks in Pakistan over the weekend. The two-week cease-fire between the U.S. and Iran is holding, and it’s still possible both sides could reach a deal, but the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, and with the blockade set to
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