General · 19 April 2026

Strait of Hormuz closes; US and Iran far from deal

International shipping faces continued disruption as the Strait of Hormuz has closed once more. Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy shut the vital waterway, insisting the US lift its blockade on Iranian ports. US President Trump said he won't let the US be blackmailed. This follows reported attacks on a tanker and container ship off Oman, while Iran reviews new US proposals.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 April 2026 at 7:22

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