- U.S. Navy begins blockade of Strait of Hormuz amid collapsed peace talks with Iran.
- Iran maintains control over key oil transit route, affecting global crude supply.
- President Trump threatens to destroy any Iranian ships approaching the blockade.
- Israel intensifies attacks on s
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