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US military says 31 vessels turned back in Iran port blockade, mostly oil tankers

US-Iran war news: American forces intercepted 31 vessels, mostly oil tankers, as part of a blockade against Iran. This action follows Iran firing on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump extended a ceasefire but maintained the blockade. Iran condemned the naval restrictions as an act of war. The US demands Iran surrender enriched uranium for any permanent agreement.

23 Apr 2026 7:54 am