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What is a naval blockade and how would it work in Strait of Hormuz?

Donald Trump says that the US is going to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice? Grouped from 3 articles across 3 sources.

3 reports3 sourcesApr 12, 2026, 9:31 PM
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BBC NewsApr 12, 2026, 9:31 PM

What is a naval blockade and how would it work in Strait of Hormuz?

Donald Trump says that the US is going to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?

CBS NewsApr 12, 2026, 2:45 AM

U.S. naval destroyers have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM says

The destroyers were beginning mine-clearing operations in the vital waterway, U.S. Central Command said Saturday.

Al JazeeraApr 11, 2026, 7:38 PM

US says two naval ships ‘transited’ Strait of Hormuz for mine-clearing

Negotiations are ongoing between US-Iranian delegations in Islamabad, with control of the strait a key sticking point.

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