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U.S. says blockade of Iran's ports "fully implemented," Trump weighs more talks

CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper said a blockade of Iranian ports "has been fully implemented," as the U.S. and Iran argue over control of the Strait of Hormuz amid a delicate ceasefire. Grouped from 31 articles across 13 sources.

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CBS NewsApr 15, 2026, 3:26 AM

U.S. says blockade of Iran's ports "fully implemented," Trump weighs more talks

CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper said a blockade of Iranian ports "has been fully implemented," as the U.S. and Iran argue over control of the Strait of Hormuz amid a delicate ceasefire.

BBC NewsApr 15, 2026, 2:58 AM

Trump hints Iran talks could resume this week as US port blockade continues

The United Nations' secretary general said it was "highly probable" that the negotiations would restart.

Al JazeeraApr 15, 2026, 12:00 AM

Iran war live: Trump says war ‘close to over’ as Hormuz blockade continues

US president says second round of talks could be held in Pakistan as naval blockade of Iranian ports continues.

Al JazeeraApr 14, 2026, 12:00 AM

Iran war live: Trump says Tehran wants deal amid US blockade in Hormuz

Iran accuses US of committing piracy as thousands rally in Tehran against the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

DWApr 14, 2026, 5:52 AM

Iran war: Tehran slams US port blockade

Iran has called the US blockade of its ports a "grave violation" of its sovereignty. US President Donald Trump has said Iranian representatives have asked for a deal following fruitless peace talks. DW has more.

DWApr 14, 2026, 2:14 PM

Iran war: US blockade of Hormuz tests China's restraint

China, the largest buyer of Iranian oil, is weighing the fallout of the US naval blockade of Iran's ports and ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Could Beijing be drawn into the conflict?

The Straits TimesApr 14, 2026, 11:37 AM

US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade

A source said a proposal had been shared with Washington and Tehran to resend their delegations.

BBC NewsApr 14, 2026, 2:18 PM

US blockade of Iran ports irresponsible and dangerous, China says

China, the biggest buyer of Iranian oil, says the US naval blockade undermines an "already fragile ceasefire".

The Straits TimesApr 14, 2026, 3:59 AM

What to know about the US blockade of Iran’s ports

The US military announced that it had imposed a full blockage of Iran’s southern coastline.

ABC NewsApr 15, 2026, 3:18 AM

Iran live updates: US blockade 'fully implemented' CENTCOM commander says

President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.

The Straits TimesApr 13, 2026, 6:50 PM

Trump claims Iran ‘wants to work a deal’ as US begins Hormuz blockade

He said he has received calls from “the right people” and that they “want to work a deal”.

NBC NewsApr 14, 2026, 6:07 PM

Tankers, talks and Trump's 'dangerous' blockade: China's Iran war involvement gets louder

HONG KONG — China has been a quiet — if crucial — player in the Iran war, as U.S. military action upends the global economy

Al JazeeraApr 14, 2026, 9:08 AM

Russia’s Lavrov visits China as US pressures Iran with Hormuz blockade

China and Russia have been vocal critics of the US-Israel war on Iran, an ally of both world powers.

Financial TimesApr 14, 2026, 5:27 PM

US stocks close higher after Trump floats new US-Iran talks within days

US president says meetings could happen this week in Islamabad but further discussions will take place in Europe

The Straits TimesApr 13, 2026, 10:35 PM

US, Iran mull over second meeting to revive ceasefire talks as Hormuz blockade takes hold

President Trump issues new threat as Strait of Hormuz blockade takes hold.

Al JazeeraApr 14, 2026, 8:10 PM

How US blockade on Iran will worsen energy crisis

With the US military blockade of Iranian ports now in force, global energy markets are already reacting.

Fox NewsApr 14, 2026, 8:39 PM

Trump blasts close ally Meloni, says she’s failing US on Iran

Trump publicly rebukes Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, accusing her of lacking courage on Iran, as Italy suspends its defense agreement with Israel.

Al JazeeraApr 14, 2026, 7:21 PM

Pakistan PM headed to Riyadh and Ankara amid prospect of new US-Iran talks

Sharif pushing for further negotiations. Trump says talks could resume in Pakistan in next two days.

Financial TimesApr 13, 2026, 9:03 PM

Iran open to talks with US, president says

Pezeshkian says discussions can only happen within the framework of ‘international law’

Al JazeeraApr 14, 2026, 6:58 AM

Iran war: What is happening on day 46 of the US-Iran conflict?

The US started a blockade on Iranian ports, but Trump said there is still a chance for Tehran to reach a deal.

ABC AustraliaApr 14, 2026, 8:04 PM

Peace talks, strait closed, China calls out US blockade: What to know today

One week into the ceasefire, two sets of peace talks have taken place but the only commitment is to talk more.

ABC AustraliaApr 14, 2026, 2:48 PM

Live: Ceasefire talks between Israel and Lebanon end, Trump hints at new peace talks with Iran

The talks come as both the US and Iran continue to impose their own separate restrictions on the flow of vessels in and out of the Strait of Hormuz. Follow live.

The Straits TimesApr 14, 2026, 2:26 AM

Iran slams US blockade as ‘grave violation of sovereignty’

Trump warned that Iranian boats challenging the blockade would be destroyed.

CNBCApr 13, 2026, 6:52 PM

U.S. begins blockade in Strait of Hormuz; Trump warns Iran 'attack ships' to stay away

The U.S. blockade would apply to "any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz," President Donald Trump said.

The Straits TimesApr 14, 2026, 8:08 AM

Pakistan working to set second round of US, Iran talks: Sources

The Pakistani source also said they are working to extend the ceasefire beyond the current deadline.

The Globe and MailApr 14, 2026, 12:03 AM

Iran trolls Trump on social media after he launches his own blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

‘Blocking the Strait is our job, not yours,’ an Iranian diplomatic mission said on X

The Globe and MailApr 14, 2026, 9:04 AM

Diplomats press for second round of U.S.-Iran talks as Hormuz showdown deepens

Washington enacts its blockade of Iranian ports, while Tehran threatens to strike targets across the region

Fox NewsApr 13, 2026, 6:44 PM

Pakistani general says Iran diplomacy still alive, despite US blockade, failed talks

The U.S. naval blockade on Iran may be leverage to resume diplomacy, says retired Pakistani general, as both sides were reportedly close to a deal.

The GuardianApr 14, 2026, 12:23 AM

US starts naval blockade of Iranian ports after deadline passes

Iran warns Americans they face higher pump prices due to prohibition imposed on Monday evening Middle East crisis – live updates The US blockade of ships using Iranian ports in the Gulf has come into effect, turning the six-week-old conflict between the US-Israeli coalition and Iran into a test of economic endurance. US Central Command (Centcom) made no formal announcement of the start of the blockade but had said it begin on Monday at 5.30pm Iranian time and would apply to any ships entering or departing Iranian ports or coastal areas, while ships using non-Iranian ports would not be impeded. Continue reading...

BBC NewsApr 13, 2026, 5:33 PM

US blockade of Iranian ports explained in two minutes

The BBC's security correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the US blockade of Iranian ports will work.

The Globe and MailApr 13, 2026, 8:15 PM

U.S. begins blockade of Iran's ports, Trump says, as Tehran threatens retaliation

The U.S. military began a blockade of ships leaving Iran's ports on Monday, President Donald Trump said, and Tehran threatened to retaliate against its Gulf neighbors' ports after weekend talks in Islamabad on ending the war broke down.

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