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Donald Trump

Announces a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, set to begin at 10 a.m. Eastern time.

I don't care if they come back or not, if they don't come back. Have fun! The military is gone. And their missiles are largely depleted. the manufacturing capability for missiles and drones is largely defeated.

The blockade is a direct US response to remove Iran's leverage of controlling ship traffic through the strait, following failed negotiations over Iran's nuclear ambitions and control of the waterway.

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The US will deploy warships, submarines, and surveillance aircraft to monitor and interdict ships, including those paying transit fees, and begin mine-sweeping operations.

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Key uncertainties remain: participation of other nations, potential confrontation with Chinese tankers, Iranian military response, and risk to the existing regional ceasefire expiring April 22nd.

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