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U.S. Reinstates Hormuz Blockade | Austin News
The U.S. is reasserting control over the Strait of Hormuz, declaring it a “reinstated Iranian blockade” under President Trump’s leadership, with American forces now acting as the “Guardian of the Hormuz Strait” and charging a 20% fee on all cargo to cover security. This bold move follows recent U.S. strikes on Iranian targets after Iran attacked a container ship, escalating tensions and effectively ending any ceasefire. Iran fiercely opposes the U.S. intervention, calling it “illegal interference” and claiming the strait is sovereign Iranian territory. With Trump openly stating the U.S. will…
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