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US Military Blockades Iran's Maritime Trade Despite Talk Hopes

The US military has reportedly established a blockade of Iranian ports, effectively halting nearly all of Iran's maritime trade. This action comes despite earlier optimism for a resumption of talks between the US and Iran.

15 Apr, 01:12 — 15 Apr, 08:40
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Al JazeeraMostly Factual4h ago

US military says blockade of Iran ports ‘completely’ halts economic trade

US Central Command say more than 10,000 armed forces members, as well as warships and planes, are involved in blockade.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual42m ago

US sets new terms ahead of next Iran talks in Pakistan: Report

The US has reportedly set two conditions for upcoming peace talks with Iran in Pakistan: the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz with reciprocal measures, and the Iranian delegation needing full authority from the Revolutionary Guard. These demands follow a previous instance where officials reportedly hindered negotiations. Both nations are expected to resume discussions soon.

By TOI WORLD DESK

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straits-timesMostly Factual4h ago

US shuts down Iran’s maritime trade despite optimism for more talks - The Straits Times

US shuts down Iran’s maritime trade despite optimism for more talks  The Straits Times

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Korea HeraldMostly Factual8h ago

US to let Iran oil waiver expire, sources say

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -- The US will not renew a 30-day waiver of sanctions on Iranian oil at sea that expires this week, and quietly let a similar waiver on sanctions on Russian oil expire over the weekend, two administration officials told Reuters on Tuesday, as the US imposes a blockade on shipments from Iranian ports. Tuesday's move signals that "Treasury is going full force on Economic Fury" on Iran, an apparent reference to Operation Epic Fury, the US-led military campaign against the count

By The Korea Herald

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Daily NationMostly Factual4h ago

US shuts down Iran's maritime trade despite optimism for more talks

Trump said negotiations between US and Iranian officials could resume in Pakistan in the next...

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