US strikes Iran, vows to reimpose naval blockade

Author: AyobamiPublished on: July 14, 2026Country: Iran

World / International

US strikes Iran, vows to reimpose naval blockade

The United States launched a fresh wave of strikes on Iran on Tuesday, and President Donald Trump vowed to reimpose a naval blockade, prompting Tehran to retaliate against regional countries. According to the UAE, Iran struck two ships in the strategic waterway, killing one crew member. US strikes targeted coastal Bushehr and Bandar Abbas, killing at least 28 people in Iran. Trump announced a 20% levy on all cargo shipped through the Strait of Hormuz.

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