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US Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Begins Amid Talks

The US military's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is now in effect, impacting Iran's oil exports.
WHO: United States military
WHAT: partial blockade of the Strait of Hormuz
WHEN: Apr 14, 2026 at 7:22 AM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: To prevent Iran from exporting oil
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