USA imposes naval blockade on Iranian ports and Strait of Hormuz
US armed forces have initiated a naval blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz at 17:00 Cyprus time, according to an announcement by US Central Command (CENTCOM). The step follows the collapse of negotiations to end the war in the Middle East and is being carried out on direct orders from President Trump. The blockade could lead to new regional tensions and destabilization.