Chinese tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz, testing Trump’s blockade
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NBC NewsBApr 14, 11:22 AM
US Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Begins Amid New Push for Talks
The United States military’s partial blockade of the Strait of Hormuz imposed by President Donald Trump is now in effect, preventing Iran from exporting oil. Pakistan has proposed hosting a second rou
LA TimesAApr 12, 5:37 PM
News Analysis: Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade risks clash with China
It is a high-stakes moment ahead of a closely watched summit between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing next month.
The New RepublicBApr 13, 2:45 PM
NATO Dumps Cold Water on Trump Claim About Hormuz Strait Blockade
America’s allies will actually not be joining the White House’s Strait of Hormuz blockade. NATO has no intention of cooperating in the military endeavor, despite Donald Trump’s repeated insistence tha
SalonCApr 12, 2:10 PM
“LOCKED AND LOADED”: Trump orders Hormuz blockade
After Vance's marathon peace talks failed, Trump announced a blockade and warned of further escalation with Iran
CBS NewsBApr 14, 2:43 PM
Push to resume peace talks intensifies as U.S. Iran ports blockade enters Day 2
Efforts are underway to get the U.S. and Iran back to the negotiating table even as the U.S. blockade of Iran's ports enters its second day. Also, Lebanese and Israeli officials are set to meet at the
The New RepublicBApr 13, 5:59 PM
Trump Confusingly Brags About Ships Passing Through Strait of Hormuz
Donald Trump bragged Monday about the number of ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, shortly after imposing a military blockade of Iranian ports. “34 Ships went through the Strait of Hormuz ye
VoxBApr 13, 9:55 PM
The new Hormuz blockade, briefly explained
President Donald Trump speaks to the media after disembarking from Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, on April 12, 2026. | Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images This story appeared in The Logoff,
VoxBApr 13, 2:20 PM
Eric Swalwell’s downfall, explained
Democratic United States Representative Eric Swalwell delivers a speech in Los Angeles, California, on January 10, 2026. | Etienne Laurent/AFP via Getty Images This story was first featured in the T
MSNBCCApr 14, 11:11 AM
Efforts underway for second round of U.S.-Iran talks as ships reported transiting Strait of Hormuz
Meanwhile, direct talks between Israel and Lebanon were set to begin in Washington on Tuesday, the first such negotiations in decades. The post Efforts underway for second round of U.S.-Iran talks as
Raw StoryCApr 14, 1:50 PM
Trump's naval blockade crumbles after Iran-linked vessels breach barricade: report
A U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz went into effect Monday at 10 a.m. EST at the direction of President Donald Trump, but in a matter of hours, the blockade was breached without incident by
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BBC NewsAApr 14, 2:02 PM
Why and how is US blockading Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz?
Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?
Al JazeeraBApr 14, 11:48 AM
Who controls the Strait of Hormuz?
A US move to block the strait has intensified a broader struggle over who controls access and under what terms.
USA TodayBApr 13, 7:37 PM
Strait of Hormuz map shows where US Navy warships will blockade Iran - USA Today
Strait of Hormuz map shows where US Navy warships will blockade Iran USA Today
The HillBApr 14, 1:17 PM
Chinese tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz, testing Trump’s blockade
A U.S.-sanctioned Chinese tanker tested President Trump’s new blockade on travel through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, passing through the trading corridor to the Gulf of Oman. Under Trump’s blockad
ReutersAApr 8, 4:27 AM
Trump says US will help with traffic buildup in Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Trump says US will help with traffic buildup in Strait of Hormuz Reuters
Christian Science MonitorAApr 12, 1:33 PM
Trump says U.S. will begin Strait of Hormuz blockade
President Donald Trump announced a blockade to stop ships from entering or leaving, adding that the U.S. was ready to “finish up” Iran at the “appropriate moment."
The HillBApr 13, 5:07 PM
Trump’s blockade on Strait of Hormuz begins: What to know
President Trump’s new blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, during which the U.S. military will block Iranian ports and stop some ships looking to enter the key waterway, took effect Monday as talks with
PBS NewsHourAApr 13, 10:55 PM
U.S. begins Strait of Hormuz naval blockade after Iran peace talks fail
The U.S. began a blockade of Iranian ports on Monday, less than two days after a first effort at peace talks between the Americans and Iran failed in Pakistan. White House correspondent Liz Landers re
Al JazeeraBApr 14, 9:58 AM
Sanctioned tankers transit Strait of Hormuz amid US blockade
Chinese-owned tanker Rich Starry becomes the first sanctioned vessel to exit the Gulf after the US blockade.
The DispatchAApr 14, 10:45 AM
What Can a Hormuz Blockade Achieve?
Plus: Carney wins a parliamentary majority in Canada, the U.S. conducts the 50th strike against alleged drug boats in the Pacific, and state of emergency declarations are woke, apparently.
ReutersAApr 14, 2:41 PM
US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade - Reuters
US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade Reuters
The DispatchAApr 14, 4:00 AM
Trump Launches a Blockade of Iranian Ports
What are the repercussions?
Christian Science MonitorAApr 13, 9:32 AM
US moves to blockade Iran after peace talks break down
US-Iran talks failed over the weekend, with Tehran’s nuclear program a key obstacle. President Trump has ordered a Navy blockade to press Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz.
AxiosAApr 9, 10:33 PM
Strait of Hormuz remains all but closed, Trump demands Iran stop tolls
President Trump on Thursday demanded Iran stop charging tolls for tankers to cross the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran's supreme leader promised the country would control the crucial waterway. Why it matter
BloombergAApr 11, 9:21 AM
EU airline industry warns of fuel shortages if Strait of Hormuz stays closed - BBC
EU airline industry warns of fuel shortages if Strait of Hormuz stays closed BBC
AxiosAApr 13, 11:58 AM
"The door is not closed": Mediators rush to revive U.S.-Iran talks
Pakistani, Egyptian and Turkish mediators will continue talks with the U.S. and Iran in the coming days in an effort to bridge the remaining gaps and reach a deal to end the war, according to a region
The HillBApr 13, 5:08 PM
Trump says 34 ships passed through Strait of Hormuz on Sunday
President Trump said Monday that 34 ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, as the U.S. moved to block ships from transiting the critical body of water from Iranian ports. “34 Ships went
Al JazeeraBApr 14, 12:27 PM
How many ships have passed the Strait of Hormuz and how many were attacked?
Ship-tracking data shows 279 ships have passed through the strait and 22 have been attacked since the war on Iran began.
BBC NewsAApr 14, 11:26 AM
Tracking the ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz
Four vessels with links to Iran have crossed the Strait of Hormuz despite the US naval blockade.
BBC NewsAApr 13, 5:33 PM
US blockade of Iranian ports explained in two minutes
The BBC's security correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the US blockade of Iranian ports will work.
NewsweekBApr 14, 2:56 PM
Trump’s Iran Blockade Not Working as Multiple Ships Pass Through
The blockade to counter oil tankers passing through the strait was aimed at Iran and China - but it's not stopping them so far.
ReutersAApr 12, 12:41 AM
US-Iran negotiations underway, Trump says Strait of Hormuz being cleared - Reuters
US-Iran negotiations underway, Trump says Strait of Hormuz being cleared Reuters
AxiosAApr 12, 2:06 PM
Trump announces naval blockade on Iran after peace talks collapse
President Trump announced the U.S. is imposing a naval blockade on Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, several hours after peace talks in Pakistan ended in failure. Why it matters: Iran has effectively hel
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The American ConservativeBApr 13, 5:35 PM
Ceasefire Day 6: U.S. Blockades Strait of Hormuz
State of the Union: Israel continued its military campaign in Lebanon. The post Ceasefire Day 6: U.S. Blockades Strait of Hormuz appeared first on The American Conservative.
ReasonAApr 12, 7:43 PM
Trump Responds to Iranian Blockade of Strait of Hormuz By Blockading It
After walking out of peace talks in Pakistan, the U.S. and Iran are now playing a game of chicken.
National ReviewBApr 14, 10:30 AM
Are There Really Alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz?
Expanding the Middle East’s energy pipeline network has potential pitfalls but also promise.
TownhallDApr 13, 2:00 PM
The Strait of Hormuz Blockade Has Officially Begun
TownhallDApr 13, 3:45 PM
President Trump Issues a Threat to What's Left of the Iranian Navy as the American Blockade Begins
Fox NewsCApr 14, 2:38 PM
China slams US military blockade of Strait of Hormuz as a 'dangerous and irresponsible move'
China slammed the U.S. military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as a "dangerous and irresponsible" move, urging all parties to honor a ceasefire agreement.
The BlazeCApr 13, 2:45 PM
Trump eyes Iranian ports in plan set to unfold after peace talks fail
After Iran and the United States failed to reach a resolution during the negotiations last week, President Trump has resorted to stricter measures against Iran. Trump announced late Sunday night his
RealClearPoliticsBApr 14, 1:23 PM
Closing the Strait
Monday, April 13th on RealClearPolitics - Joined by James S. Robbins, Dean of Academics at the Institute of World Politics, and RCP National Correspondent Susan Crabtree
Just the NewsCApr 14, 12:00 AM
Three ships, including one linked to Iran, pass through Strait of Hormuz since U.S. started blockade
All three ships were not headed to Iranian ports and therefore aren't covered by the blockade.
BreitbartDApr 13, 8:02 PM
Iran Denies Charging Indian Ships a 'Toll' to Transit the Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian regime on Monday denied charging a “toll” to Indian ships for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, following President Donald Trump’s threat to prevent any ship that paid ransom to I
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