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Video. US to blockade Iran ports 'as long as it takes,' Hegseth says

Updated: 16/04/2026 - 17:42 GMT+2

The US naval blockade of Iran’s ports came into effect on Monday, with President Donald Trump warning that any attack ships would be “eliminated” if they attempted to break it.

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