U.S. Implements Full Blockade of Iranian Ports Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions
The United States has fully implemented a blockade of Iranian ports, effectively cutting off Tehran's international sea trade, which constitutes about 90% of its economy. This action follows President Trump's order and involves a significant deployment of U.S. military forces, including over 10,000 troops and numerous Navy ships and fighter jets. The blockade, which began amid a fragile ceasefire, aims to halt economic trade through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical channel for global oil supplies. The U.S. Central Command confirmed that no ships have passed the blockade, although some vessels attempted to navigate the strait. The blockade is estimated to cost Iran approximately $435 million daily in economic damage. 
