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President Trump criticized Iran as 'unbelievably duplicitous' for denying peace talks after he canceled weekend strike plans. He disputed Iran's claim to control the Strait of Hormuz, asserting U.S. naval presence effectively manages the waterway.

Iran's foreign ministry stated the country will use all means to defend its rights and security, accusing the US of aggression through a naval blockade and economic pressure. The statement praised Iran's armed forces and honored past leaders who sacrificed for the nation's independence.

Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, accused the US of causing regional insecurity through violations of the Islamabad MoU and military actions, including a naval blockade and attacks on Iranian commercial shipping. He called for holding 'aggressor parties' accountable, while India's external affairs minister, S Jaishankar, emphasized support for dialogue and diplomacy.

Iran's military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, warned the US against attacking Iranian vessels in coastal and territorial waters, stating it would not leave any threats 'unanswered'. The statement cited US actions as an expansion of war in the region, referencing an 'illegal naval blockade' and threats to Iranian commercial ships and oil tankers over the past three days.

Houthi spokesperson Mohammad Abdul Salam stated that the naval blockade in Bab el-Mandeb is exclusively against Saudi Arabia, denying claims of a full closure. He emphasized it is a response to Saudi Arabia's siege of Yemen.

US Central Command (Centcom) has disabled one ship and redirected 12 commercial vessels as part of a naval blockade against Iran to prevent ships from entering or leaving Iranian ports or coastal areas.

US Centcom reported that seven commercial vessels were stopped under Iran's naval blockade, with six redirected and one disabled by American military forces. The action is part of a naval blockade on Iran.

The US has reimposed a naval blockade on Iran’s ports, which is expected to increase pressure on the Iranian public and impact global energy markets.

The U.S. military has completed the latest round of strikes against Iran, with U.S. Central Command enforcing a naval blockade. Kuwait and Bahrain reported intercepting additional Iranian projectiles.

The US military’s Central Command redirected four commercial vessels, disabled one, and boarded another during the first three days of a renewed naval blockade of Iran. US forces renewed the blockade on vessels entering and exiting Iranian ports.

The United States has launched strikes on Iranian missile and coastal defense sites following the reinstatement of a naval blockade. Iran warned it could disrupt more regional energy exports in response.

The US military launched daytime strikes on Iran, including a 90-minute wave of attacks and reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports. Iran responded with strikes on US military targets in Gulf states and threatened to halt regional energy exports.

The U.S. reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and escalated its airstrike campaign in response to Tehran's attacks. Iran has threatened to halt energy exports in the Middle East as a result of these U.S. actions.

Iran has threatened to halt Middle East energy exports following the U.S. reimposition of a naval blockade and escalation of airstrikes. The U.S. actions are described as retaliation for attacks by Iran.

Iran has threatened to halt Middle East energy exports following the U.S. reimposing a naval blockade and intensifying airstrikes in response to attacks by Tehran.

The U.S. reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and intensified airstrikes in response to attacks by Tehran. Iran has threatened to halt Mideast energy exports as a result.

Iran reported fresh US strikes on the southern port city of Bushehr, home to the country's only civilian nuclear plant. The US reimposed a naval blockade, marking a return to war between the two nations.

The US has reinstated a naval blockade on Iranian ports less than a month after signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting peace. The move occurs amid ongoing attacks in the Gulf region.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened to block additional seaways that benefit the U.S. and its allies, following Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. reimposition of a naval blockade on Iranian ports.

The U.S. military launched strikes against Iran and reinstated a naval blockade. CBS News reporter Olivia Rinaldi covered the event.

The United States resumed its naval blockade against Iran and launched new airstrikes. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reported the event, and retired Col. Mark Cancian provided analysis.

The US military confirmed strikes against Iran to degrade capabilities targeting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. American forces resumed a naval blockade of Iranian ports and coastal areas, with over 20 US Navy warships and hundreds of military aircraft operating in the Middle East.

US President Donald Trump scrapped a 20% toll on commercial cargo through the Strait of Hormuz and replaced it with trade and investment agreements with Gulf states, while continuing a naval blockade targeting Iranian trade.

The United States launched strikes on Iran, and President Donald Trump vowed to reimpose a naval blockade. Iran responded by attacking US allies in the region, including Jordan, which reported shooting down four Iranian missiles.

Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper stated that President Trump's decision to resume the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports is the 'right move.' Esper, who served during Trump’s first term, made the comments on CNN's 'Erin Burnett OutFront.'

The US has conducted a third consecutive night of strikes on Iran. Donald Trump announced the reinstatement of a naval blockade and warned Tehran of further military action.

President Donald Trump announced a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz with a 20% toll for ships passing through, citing safety as justification. Iran had previously threatened a similar toll, which Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the United Nations called violations of international law. Regional tensions have escalated amid conflicting statements and rising gas prices in the U.S.

Iran has exported 50 million barrels of crude oil since the US lifted its naval blockade on Iranian energy exports. TankerTrackers.com reported this figure, noting an average of 1.66 million barrels per day in June 2026, following a 60-day authorization from the US Treasury effective through 21 August.

Markets rebounded following the Fed's hawkish jolt as the United States and Iran signed a peace agreement and Washington lifted its naval blockade.

A deal to end the war between the US and Iran has been signed, initiating a 60-day negotiating period between Washington and Tehran. The US vice president announced the agreement, which follows the lifting of a naval blockade.

The U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to end military operations and commit to mutual respect for sovereignty, with Pakistan mediating. Key terms include a 30-day naval blockade removal by the U.S. and Iranian efforts to restore maritime traffic in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz.

The United States and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to end military operations, respect sovereignty, and negotiate a final deal within 60 days. The agreement includes removing a naval blockade, ensuring safe vessel passage, and committing to a $300 billion reconstruction and economic development plan for Iran.

The US and Iran agreed to an immediate and permanent end to military operations through a memorandum of understanding mediated by Pakistan. The deal includes ending hostilities in Lebanon and lifting a US naval blockade, which were key demands by Tehran.

US President Donald Trump and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a completed agreement with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the American naval blockade. Trump confirmed the deal on social media without providing details.

US President Donald Trump claims final points of an Iran deal have been approved by regional and international partners, including Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Turkiye, and others. He stated the naval blockade against Iran will remain in place until the agreement is finalized.

US President Trump canceled planned strikes against Iran after initially threatening to hit the country 'very hard', though a naval blockade remains in place. He hinted that a deal is nearing completion.

Iran's top negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf stated that Tehran will defeat the U.S. naval blockade and emphasized Iran's strategy of fighting and negotiating on its own terms. He expressed distrust toward the opposing party and aimed for stable security and war's end.

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that Tehran could abandon negotiations and escalate to direct confrontation if Israel continues attacks on southern Lebanon and Beirut. He accused the US and Israel of sabotaging diplomacy by rejecting ceasefire efforts and violating agreements through a naval blockade and supporting Israeli actions.

The US naval blockade has caused Iran to lose nearly $6 billion in oil revenues, with the country now exporting less than one-sixth of its previous oil shipments since the war began.

Some Canadians who participated in a flotilla attempting to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza are returning to Canada after being detained and reportedly abused by Israeli forces before being sent to Turkey.