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Iran's blockade on the Strait of Hormuz has caused global energy prices to soar for nearly two months. US President Donald Trump stated the US won't lift its week-old blockade on Iranian ports until an agreement is made with Tehran. Since the US blockade began, 27 vessels were told to turn back or go to an Iranian port by US forces.
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