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Blockade on ships navigating the Strait of Hormuz to come into force

"Blown to hell." That's what the US President said will happen to any Iranians who try to stop an American blockade on ships navigating the Strait of Hormuz. Donald Trump said the blockade will come into force overnight and affect vessels travelling to or from Iran's ports. The move comes after talks between the US and Iran - which lasted 21 hours - failed to bring an end to the war. Middle East correspondent Lou Browne spoke to Lisa Owen.

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