U.S. blockade
Coverage of U.S. blockade in the Nexus archive.
- At UN, Cuba rallies support against ‘ruthless’ US blockade
Cuba is seeking support at the United Nations against the US blockade, which it describes as 'ruthless.' Diplomatic tensions between Washington and Havana have increased in recent months.
- Cuba sees nationwide power blackout for third time in six months
Cuba experienced a nationwide power blackout for the third time in six months. The country is already facing an ongoing economic and humanitarian crisis, attributed to a US blockade.
- Video: 'Unable to export even a single barrel of oil'
Iranian chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated in a state TV interview that Tehran exported over 40 million barrels of oil in under two weeks following the lifting of the US blockade. The statement was shared on Instagram.
- Iran says it is selling oil at 20% premium as end of U.S. blockade sees 40 million barrels exported
Iran is selling oil at a 20% premium as the end of the U.S. blockade allows 40 million barrels to be exported. A ceasefire has led to increased crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, which had previously halted during the conflict.
- Washington’s Cuba Policy Is Self-Sabotage
The article argues that Washington's Cuba policy, particularly the U.S. blockade, is undermining Havana's potential for stability and democratic development.
- Disabled oil tanker received dozens of warnings before US opened fire, AP source says
A disabled oil tanker was fired upon by the American military after ignoring nearly 60 verbal warnings and other shows of force while attempting to bypass a U.S. blockade of Iran.
- Trump Is Playing With Fire in Cuba
The article discusses Trump's actions in Cuba, highlighting the U.S. blockade as unprecedented and potentially causing prolonged upheaval.
- Iran may have oil options to drag things out
Iran is leveraging oil storage capacity and alternative export methods to resist a U.S. blockade on its oil exports, according to analysts. Experts suggest Iran can maintain production for weeks or months by using floating storage and smuggling networks, challenging initial estimates of a two-week window. The situation highlights tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's economic resilience.
- Thousands of seafarers stranded by ongoing U.S. blockade on Strait of Hormuz
Thousands of seafarers are stranded on ships due to the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports, which continues to disrupt global trade and cause economic instability.
- 'Traitor' Dem senator ripped after one-word reaction appears to cheer on Iran
Democratic Senator Chris Murphy faced accusations of being a 'traitor' after posting 'Awesome' in response to a report about Iranian ships bypassing a U.S. blockade. Critics, including the White House and conservative commentators, claimed his reaction appeared to support Iran, while Murphy's team called the tweet sarcastic criticism of Trump's Iran policy.
- Kaine: Strait of Hormuz should be ‘open to all’
Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine (D) stated the Strait of Hormuz must be reopened for all shipping traffic after Iran announced its closure in response to the U.S. blockade. He emphasized the waterway should be 'open to all' if it is to remain open.
- Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz again, citing U.S. blockade
Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, citing a U.S. blockade, while President Trump claimed the waterway was 'completely open' the previous day.
- Iran says Strait of Hormuz is closed over U.S. blockade
Iran claims to have closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to a U.S. blockade, escalating tensions in the region. The Strait, a critical global shipping route, is a focal point of geopolitical conflict between Iran and the United States.
- Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes hold: Here are the 6 points in agreement
A temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon took effect at midnight local time on Friday, ending weeks of conflict. Iran announced the Hormuz Strait is 'completely open,' though the implications for the U.S. blockade remain unclear.
- What we know about traffic at the Strait of Hormuz
Traffic at the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted due to Iran's actions and a U.S. blockade of Iranian ports. Ami Daniel, CEO of Windward, provided analysis on CBS News regarding the situation.
- Global energy expert on whether Iran and Gulf nations can workaround U.S. blockade
NPR's A Martinez interviews global energy expert Jason Bordoff about the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports and the feasibility of Iran and Gulf nations finding alternative energy export routes.
- At least 3 ships passed Strait of Hormuz on Day 2 of U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, tracker shows
The U.S. maintained its blockade of Iranian ports on the second day, with at least three ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, a significant drop from pre-war levels. Tracking data highlights the impact of the blockade on maritime traffic in the region.
- Iran Oil Hoard at Sea Shields China’s Refiners From US Blockade
Iran's oil stockpiled at sea is protecting China's refiners from U.S. sanctions. The Qingdao Port Crude Oil Terminal in China is central to this arrangement, allowing Chinese refiners to bypass U.S. maritime restrictions.
- Middle East expert on impact of the U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz
Jon B. Alterman, a Middle East expert at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, discusses the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz on CBS News 24/7. The conversation focuses on the strategic implications of the blockade in the region.