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Iranian blockade

Coverage of Iranian blockade in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Apr 21 · 16:08 UTCMost recent: May 2 · 10:37 UTC

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SECURITYMay 2 · 10:37 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
Trump says US navy like ‘pirates’ while seizing a ship in Iranian blockade
US President Donald Trump compared the US navy to 'pirates' during a ship seizure operation amid the American blockade of Iranian ports, stating the military took control of cargo and oil, calling it a 'very profitable business.' The comments were made at a rally in Florida.
SECURITYApr 21 · 16:08 UTCBLOOMBERG
US Says It Boarded Oil Tanker, First During Iranian Blockade
The US Navy boarded the Iran-linked oil tanker Tifani in waters east of Sri Lanka around April 21, 2026. This marks the first such boarding during an Iranian blockade, highlighting heightened geopolitical tensions.