Trump says U.S. will blockade Strait of Hormuz after Iran peace talks fail

Here’s why relief at the pump may take weeks after oil disruption

A Boston University expert explains why the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is rapidly driving up gasoline and heating costs, with price relief likely delayed even after the conflict ends.

Trump’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz: The next phase in the Iran war

The blockade is an act of war and an act of international piracy. The World Socialist Web Site condemns this criminal action, directed against Iran and against the working class of the entire world.

U.S. begins naval blockade after Iran peace talks fail

The U.S. began a blockade of Iranian ports on Monday, less than two days after a first effort at peace talks between the Americans and Iran failed in Pakistan. White House correspondent Liz Landers reports.

US blockade of Iranian ports begins after failed peace talks

CENTCOM has warned that blockade would apply to all ships regardless of flag

Trump puts squeeze on Iran as GOP worries about price at the pump

President Trump is putting the squeeze on Iran’s economy with a U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, a move he hopes will break deadlocked negotiations with Iran.  The naval blockade is also meant to raise pressure on Iran’s allies like China, who rely on its oil exports. China played a major behind-the-scenes role in…

Iran war: Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade, briefly explained

President Donald Trump speaks to the media after disembarking from Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, on April 12, 2026. | Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: After the US and Iran failed to reach a longer-term peace agreement over the we…