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Trump orders US blockade of Strait of Hormuz after failed Iran talks

President Trump ordered a US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and threatened force against Iran after Islamabad talks failed to reach an agreement on Iran's nuclear program.

Apr 12th 2026 · United States

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  • President Donald Trump announced the US Navy will begin blockading the Strait of Hormuz.
  • He said the Navy will interdict vessels that have paid tolls to Iran in international waters.
  • Trump warned the US would destroy any Iranian mines and use force against Iranians who fire on US or peaceful vessels.
  • He said weekend talks in Islamabad went well but failed to resolve Iran's nuclear program.
  • The president did not declare a new war but said US forces are ready and other countries will join the blockade.

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