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Pentagon chief: US blockade of Iranian ports can last

The Pentagon chief said the US can keep a naval blockade on Iranian ports indefinitely.
WHO: Pentagon chief
WHAT: Said the US can keep a naval blockade on Iranian ports indefinitely
WHEN: Reported Aug 13, 2026 at 3:51 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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