US President Donald Trump announced a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and Iranian ports starting Monday afternoon, after ceasefire talks collapsed in Pakistan. The move triggered an oil price surge and warnings of escalation, as both sides traded threats and blamed each other for the breakdown in negotiations and rising regional tensions. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
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Middle East war live: Trump announces blockade of Strait of Hormuz on Monday
France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines April 13, 2026 at 02:11 AM
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