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Oct 16, 2026 at 11:11 PM ET
Trump says U.S. Navy blockade of Iran is effective
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U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. Navy is carrying out an effective blockade of Iran and that no Iranian ship has crossed the Strait of Hormuz. Earlier, Admiral Brad Cooper, who oversees U.S. Central Command, said the blockade had prevented Iran from exporting $25 billion.
WHO: U.S. President Donald Trump
WHAT: Said the U.S. Navy is carrying out an effective blockade of Iran and that no Iranian ship has crossed the Strait of Hormuz.
WHEN: Reported Oct 16, 2026 at 10:45 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Trump’s reason for the statement was not reported.
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